Residential Support Worker - Aidenswood

TN United Kingdom; Congleton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Residential Support Worker to join their dedicated team in Congleton. This role offers a unique opportunity to support young individuals in a nurturing environment, where no two days are the same. You will engage in various activities, from cooking and cleaning to managing challenging behaviors, all while fostering a safe and supportive atmosphere. With a strong emphasis on professional development and internal promotions, this position is perfect for those eager to make a difference in the lives of young people. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a progressive pay scale based on experience and performance.

Benefits

Progressive pay scale

Free CPD-certified training

Priority for internal promotions

Increased annual leave for 100% attendance

24/7 employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in residential care is advantageous but not essential.
• Passion to motivate and inspire young people.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in achieving their best through various activities.
• Create a positive and relaxed home environment.

Skills

Safeguarding young people

Managing challenging behavior

Team collaboration

Job description

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Residential Support Worker - Aidenswood, Congleton

Client: Hexagon Care Services

Location: Congleton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: eabe94659e54

Job Views: 5

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

Job Summary

Job title: Residential Support Worker

Location: Congleton, Cheshire

Salary: £24,850 - £28,475 depending on experience and qualifications

Sleep ins: £3,625 per annum based on 7 sleep ins per month (£45 per sleep)

Specialist Home bonus: £1,095 per annum

Earnings: £29,570 - £33,195 per annum

Shift pattern: 1 shift on, 2 shifts off

Shift Start Times: 10:00 am until 11:00 pm followed by a sleep-in, finishing at 10:45 the following day / 08:00 am until 11:00 pm without a sleep-in

We are seeking to appoint a Residential Support Worker for our children’s home. This is a great opportunity to join a highly established and successful children’s home, learning from an experienced, skilled team of like-minded individuals who share a passion for providing the best support for children in care.

No two days will be the same supporting young people to achieve their best. Tasks include cooking, cleaning, participating in activities and games, taking young people to appointments, managing challenging behaviors, or simply sitting and watching TV with them.

Our goal is to create a positive, relaxed home environment where young people feel safe, supported, and listened to. You will be inducted by our award-winning learning & development team and guided by senior staff, including psychologists and therapy teams, to establish boundaries, manage behaviors, and nurture positive futures.

Experience in residential care is advantageous but not essential. Please note this role involves shift work, including sleep-ins at the home, covering evenings, weekends, and holidays, shared among staff.

Candidate Requirements

• A passion to safeguard, motivate, and inspire young people
• Ability to demonstrate and share best practices, working closely with psychologists and therapeutic teams
• Characteristics to handle challenging behavior professionally

Benefits

• Progressive pay scale based on experience and performance
• Free CPD-certified training and qualifications
• Priority for internal promotions
• Increased annual leave for 100% attendance
• Access to a 24/7 confidential employee assistance program

Note: Hexagon Care Services does not hold a sponsorship license; therefore, we cannot support candidates requiring sponsorship. All positions undergo safer recruitment checks prior to starting.