Residential Childcare Support Worker Sleep-In & Training

Prospects; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ofsted Bonus

Fully funded Diploma

28 days annual leave

Free meals on shift

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Homes2Inspire in Taunton is seeking a compassionate Residential Support Worker to help create a safe, supportive home for children at Fivehead.

You will build trust, provide day-to-day care, support education and life skills, and work with colleagues to achieve positive outcomes.

The role offers permanent, full-time employment with a salary of £29,767–£31,579 and £50 per sleep-in, plus comprehensive training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs.
• Emotional resilience and calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for helping children achieve positive outcomes.
• Ability to think creatively to engage young people.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice or willingness to learn.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare if not already qualified.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide day-to-day care, guidance, and emotional support.
• Support children to develop confidence, independence, and life skills.
• Encourage involvement in education, hobbies, activities, and community opportunities.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times.
• Manage challenging situations using therapeutic and child-centred approaches.
• Maintain accurate records and reports to support positive outcomes.
• Support with everyday household tasks including cooking, shopping and helping to create a welcoming home environment.
• Drive young people to school, appointments, activities and family time.
• Work alongside colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Resilience

Driving license

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Homes2Inspire in Taunton is seeking a compassionate Residential Support Worker to help create a safe, supportive home for children at Fivehead.

You will build trust, provide day-to-day care, support education and life skills, and work with colleagues to achieve positive outcomes.

The role offers permanent, full-time employment with a salary of £29,767–£31,579 and £50 per sleep-in, plus comprehensive training and progression opportunities.