Residential Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Kington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate support workers to join their growing teams in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people through therapeutic care and nurturing relationships. With comprehensive training provided, including a fully funded Level 5 qualification, this position is perfect for those looking to develop their careers in a supportive environment. Enjoy enhanced benefits like a company pension, annual leave, and career progression opportunities while contributing to a team dedicated to excellence in care.

Benefits

Enhanced overtime rate

Enhanced bank holiday rates

28 days annual leave

Company Pension

Fully funded qualifications

Career development and progression

Company healthcare plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Commitment to Honesty, Integrity, Enthusiasm, and Accountability.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Be a positive role model to children and young people.
• Provide therapeutic care tailored to the needs of children.
• Participate in activities both in the home and community.

Skills

Therapeutic care

Relationship building

Safeguarding

Team collaboration

Education

Level 5 qualification in care

Job description

Support Worker (Children’s Residential)

Our region is growing, which means we have several exciting opportunities for both new and experienced support workers to join our teams throughout Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We offer a variety of full-time and flexible contracted working patterns.

• Enhanced overtime rate
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• 28 days annual leave
• Company Pension
• Fully funded qualifications
• Career development and progression
• Company healthcare plan (after qualifying period)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a friend scheme

In this role, we will train you to:

• Be a positive role model to children and young people
• Provide therapeutic care tailored to the needs of the children in our homes
• Contribute to a team that strives for excellent outcomes for children
• Build nurturing relationships that foster resilience and personal growth
• Participate in activities both in the home and in the community
• Safeguard our children

What we provide as an organisation:

• Fully funded qualification up to Level 5 (post-probation)
• Industry-leading induction and ongoing training
• Regular support from our Mental Health Practitioner
• Supervision and mentoring from experienced seniors and managers
• Management development programmes for career progression

Previous experience is not essential, as we provide comprehensive training. However, you should demonstrate a commitment to the values of Honesty, Integrity, Enthusiasm, and Accountability, which reflect our organisational principles.

Cambian is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children in our care. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. References should include all positions related to working with children and vulnerable adults, including employment history going back to full-time education.