Residential Support Worker

Cambian Group Plc; Leominster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at major retailers

Health benefits

Fully funded induction training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Cambian Group Plc is hiring a Residential Support Worker in Leominster to support young people with daily routines and activities in a warm, safe home environment.

You will help prepare for school, manage mealtimes, and plan engaging activities while building trusting relationships and providing emotional support to young people with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines; getting them ready for school, meal times and activities.
• Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.
• Build strong relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join activities like trips to the park or movie nights.
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Job description

Residential Support Worker

Location: Leominster

Pay: £13.19-£13.81 per hour plus £30 per sleep in

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Support Worker, every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

What You’ll Do

• As a Residential Support Worker you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
• Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects.
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Where You’ll Do It

The home is in a rural setting with a great outside space to play and run around. The home is furnished to a high standard and each child’s bedroom is decorated in their chosen style.

The young people we support all have complex needs and a history of adverse childhood experiences. Each child has an individualise support plan so their specific needs can be met by the team around them.

We have an experienced senior team who lead and guide the shift each day. We have monthly team meetings to discuss how we are meeting the needs and challenges of each child and supporting each other to manage behaviours and ensure each child makes appropriate progress. Supervision at least monthly and we have upskilling delivered by the regional mental health practitioner each month to develop the teams knowledge and skills.

Who You Are

• Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.
• No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide the training.

Why Join Us?

• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)
• Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years
• 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation
• A Welcoming Home: Work in a comfortable and well-designed space
• Expert Training: Two weeks of fully funded induction
• Career Growth: Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotion
• Supportive Team: Work with people who care as much as you do

Your Next Step

This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Join us and be part of something meaningful.

Safeguarding Statement

Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups