Residential Support worker

The Cambian Group; Braintree; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS covered

Induction and training provided

Rota provided 4 weeks in advance

Sleep-in payment £30 per shift

Overtime pay 1.25x hourly rate

Job summary

The Cambian Group is hiring a Children’s Residential Support Worker for our homes in Bedford, Essex and Colchester. You will provide compassionate 1:1 support and organize activities for children aged 4–12 in a fast-paced home, benefiting from a structured rota and a supportive team.

We welcome applicants with a genuine passion for working with young people; no prior experience is required. Training, DBS coverage and ongoing induction are provided to develop your career in residential care.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21 years old.
• Full UK driving license preferable.
• No prior experience required; commitment and passion for working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support during challenging times.
• Foster ambition and help young people achieve goals.
• Support in educational pursuits of young people.
• Maintain records and prepare written reports for meetings as directed by line manager.
• Empower young people to participate in decision-making about their lives and futures.
• Act as advocate in meetings involving the young person.
• Encourage community engagement and attendance at off-site activities.
• Meet the needs of children and young people, organize social activities and maintain the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning, shopping).

Job description

Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? Are you a caring individual with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Are you wanting to join a supportive team in a career you can grow in? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Children's Residential Support Worker to join our home within Bedford and Essex who can establish meaningful relationships creating a positive, warm, and rewarding environment. We need somebody who can provide a supportive role in the lives of young people, able to give advice, assistance and support in order to help empower young them in addressing past and present difficulties.

• £30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift
• Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.25x your hourly rate.
• Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance)
• Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in

The nature of the work is dynamic and diverse, with each day presenting new and unique tasks – no two days are the same! From organising activities to 1:1 support to attending off site activities there is no telling what each day would bring. As a Residential Care Worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible and a pro at reading situations to guide our young people towards making positive choices.

Our children in our Colchester home are aged from 4 - 12 years old. It is a fast paced and busy home and we are looking for individuals with an 'up for anything' attitude and a genuine love for working with young children. Your day with the children will be very varied. No two days are the same and will be packed with fun activities with the kids!

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing emotional support during challenging times
• Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
• Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
• Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future
• Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
• Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities and expanding their personal social networks
• Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning shopping etc.)

Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
• Full UK driving license preferable
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
• Attendance at a two week training program required
• Must have availability for sleep-in shifts
• £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift
• Enhanced DBS covered
• Comprehensive induction and training provided
• 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
• Rota provided 4 weeks in advance

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team.