Residential Support Worker

Keyline Care Supported Living; Mansfield; Sur place; GBP 31 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

28 days leave

Induction program

Funded qualifications

Monthly recognition awards

Employee assistance programme

Professional growth

Inclusive culture

Résumé du poste

KeylineCare is seeking dedicated care staff to join our children's residential team in Mansfield. You will provide high-quality, compassionate care to young people in placement, following care plans and safeguarding guidelines.

With training in DDP and trauma-informed approaches, you will build trusting relationships, support education and health, and promote independence through daily routines and activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement).
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Full manual UK driving licence.
• Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding.

Responsabilités

• Provide high-quality, consistent care for the young person in line with their placement and care plans.
• Build safe, trusting relationships through DDP-informed practice.
• Support the young person’s education, health and emotional wellbeing.
• Promote independence and life skills through daily routines, activities, and role-modelling.
• Safeguard the welfare of the young person at all times, following Keyline Care's policies and procedures.
• Accompany the young person to activities, appointments, and meetings.
• Complete daily records, key work sessions, and incident reports accurately and promptly.
• Work collaboratively as part of the staff team, contributing to handovers, reflective practice, and team meetings.
• Support domestic tasks to maintain a safe, homely environment (e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping).

Connaissances

Empathy and resilience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Description du poste

Do you want to work in a children's home where you can have a lasting impact on a young person's life and your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day.

Location: Mansfield

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) and Part-Time / Bank opportunities available

Salary: £30,500 – £32,500

Shift Pattern: The role operates on a 1-on, 2-off shift pattern. Two contracted sleep-ins per month are included within the standard salary. Any additional sleep-ins worked will be paid at a rate of £60 per sleep-in.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• 40-hour full-time contract.
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Full induction programme, including therapeutic training in PACE and DDP trauma-informed care.
• Funded qualifications – including Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare with progression opportunities to higher levels.
• Monthly recognition awards, celebrating exceptional commitment, care and therapeutic practice.
• Employee Assistance Programme – offering support for physical, emotional and mental health.
• High-quality training, regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for professional growth.
• A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is respected, individuality is valued, and every staff member feels part of a team.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in residential childcare, youth work, or other care roles is desirable.
• Willingness to undertake all training required for the role, including the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and therapeutic training in DDP.
• A caring and compassionate approach, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships.

Requirements:

• Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement).
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Full manual UK driving licence.
• Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting.
• A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates.
• Please note, we do not currently hold a sponsorship licence and are therefore unable to offer visa sponsorship.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Provide high-quality, consistent care for the young person in line with their placement and care plans.
• Build safe, trusting relationships through DDP-informed practice.
• Support the young person’s education, health and emotional wellbeing.
• Promote independence and life skills through daily routines, activities, and role-modelling.
• Safeguard the welfare of the young person at all times, following Keyline Care's policies and procedures.
• Accompany the young person to activities, appointments, and meetings.
• Complete daily records, key work sessions, and incident reports accurately and promptly.
• Work collaboratively as part of the staff team, contributing to handovers, reflective practice, and team meetings.
• Support domestic tasks to maintain a safe, homely environment (e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping).

About Us

When you join KeylineCare, you become part of a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in young people's lives. We value your expertise, invest in your growth, and celebrate your achievements, because when our team thrives, so do the young people we care for.

KeylineCare is a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. With a strong track record in empowering adults to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives, we are now expanding into Ofsted-registered children's residential care.

Safeguarding Statement

KeylineCare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to always act in the best interest of the individuals we support. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment guidelines.