Residential Support Worker

Action for Children; Aston Clinton; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave + bank holidays

Professional qualifications & training

Flexible family leave packages

Pension with employer contribution

Staff discounts

Wellbeing day

Job summary

Action for Children is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Aston Clinton, Buckinghamshire to provide 4:1 wraparound support for a young gentleman in his home, ensuring safety, wellbeing and development.

The role requires empathy, resilience and the ability to build trust. A Level 3 Adult Care Diploma (or equivalent) and night shift flexibility are preferred; driving licence is beneficial but not essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of working in a care setting and developing positive relationships through trust.
• Ability to coordinate and communicate with service users and their families.
• Demonstrate a solution focused approach to address problems, individually and in a team setting.
• Demonstrate emotional resilience to respond to the challenging nature of the role.
• Possess a Level 3 Adult Care Diploma (or recognised equivalent).
• Flexibility to work the night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead case/care planning management and risk assessment within the service.
• Coordinate with multi-agency teams and produce family information, including reports.
• Attend professional meetings including reviews and court work.
• Lead shifts to provide a high-quality service and supervise staff according to policies.
• Model professional practice standards and align with registration requirements.

Skills

Care experience

Communication

Emotional resilience

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Adult Care Diploma

Job description

Role: Residential Support Worker

Salary:Up to £27,399.00 per annum (pro rata), depending on skills, qualification and experience)

Location:Aston Clinton, Buckinghamshire

Contract/Hours: Permanent/Part Time – 30 hours a week shifts are 9.30 to 7.30 am so you will be working 3 x a week plus every other weekend.

Benefits:

• 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave
• Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities
• Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages
• Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover
• Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailers discounts.
• As part of our commitment to staff wellbeing, you’ll receive a paid annual Wellbeing Day to use however you choose, supporting a healthy balance between work and life.

Vulnerable children in the UK need your help

Wherever you work in the Action for Children family, you'll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.

Last year, we helped more than 688,000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning, we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive.

Why Action for Children?

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It's the sense of purpose that drives us every single day.

A bit about the role

We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic residential support workers to join our team supporting a young gentleman in his forever home. This role involves providing 4:1 wrap around support, ensuring his safety well-being and development.

The young gentleman who is 19 years old, has transitioned from Ofsted to CQC. He has a very cheeky sense of humour and enjoys interacting with staff he has a passion for music with his tastes ranging from Afrobeats to Pulp. He enjoys being driven in his new car so a driving licence would be beneficial however not essential.

The successful candidate will be confident and be able to build a strong report with him. You will support in all aspects of his daily life including his education which takes place in the home, social activities and personal care.

Due to the location just outside of Aylesbury and the limited public transport options, especially on weekends and bank holidays, it is essential the applicants have their own transport.

We're looking for someone who is engaging, patient and has a good sense of humour to match his own. If you're passionate about making a positive difference in our young person's life and have the skills and experience to meet his complex needs, we encourage you to apply.

About the service

Maybrook is in the picturesque village of Aston Clinton, Buckinghamshire, it is a beautifully renovated home designed to provide our young person his forever home.

Our dedicated team offer person-centred care tailored to the unique needs of our young person.

At the heart of our philosophy is a commitment to supporting him through a diverse range of needs, including autism and behaviours of concern. We believe in fostering an environment that promotes growth, understanding, and stability, enabling the young person to thrive in a safe and nurturing setting. Join us in making a meaningful impact in their life and be part of a compassionate team dedicated providing exceptional care.

How you'll help to create brighter futures

Our Residential Support Workers provide lead case/care planning management, including assessing, reviewing and managing risk by:

• Co-ordinating responsibilities within the service, with multi agency and producing family information, including analysis and written reports.
• Attendance at professional meetings including reviews, court work etc.
• Lead shifts with the primary aim of the provision of a high-quality service.
• Supervise and guide staff as required, in accordance with Action for Children policies and procedures.
• Lead by example with the application of Action for Children's policy procedures and professional practice standards and in line with registration requirements.

Let's talk about you

Are you resilient and have a positive approach to change and challenge? We are looking for someone with a ‘can do’ attitude to join our team.

Ideally you will have:

• Demonstrable experience of working in a care setting and developing positive relationships through trust.
• Application of a range of techniques to co-ordinate and communicate with service users and their families.
• Demonstrate a solution focused approach to address problems, individually and in a team setting.
• Demonstrate emotional resilience to respond to the challenging nature of the role.
• Possess a Level 3 Adult Care Diploma (or recognised equivalent).
• Flexibility to work the night shifts.

Why Action for Children?

Every child should have a loving home, food, warmth, the chance to grow and learn - the support to cope with life’s challenges. But too many children don’t. By bringing your passion and unique skills and experience, you’ll help us change that where it really matters.

We've been driven by love to take action for children for over 150 years, giving them the protection and practical help they need. A lot’s changed since 1869. But what children really need, hasn’t. So as long as children need us, we’ll be here.

Will you join us?

Good to know.

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Diversity, equality and inclusion

At Action for Children, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive. We know that racism and discrimination create barriers, and we’re taking active steps to challenge these inequalities in our organisation and in the communities we serve.

We strongly welcome applications from people who are Black, Asian, or from other racialised and ethnically marginalised communities, as well as disabled people, who are currently under‑represented in our workforce. We are committed to removing barriers in our recruitment processes and ensuring fair access to opportunities.

We also encourage applications from men, who are under‑represented in our Children’s Services roles. We recognise that people hold multiple identities, and we value the richness this brings to our team.