Residential Support Worker - The Cedars

Hexagon Care Services; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential care provider in Hinckley is looking for a compassionate Residential Support Worker to join their team. The role involves supporting young people in daily activities and managing challenging behaviours effectively. Successful candidates will need to be dedicated, flexible, and possess a valid driving licence. Competitive salary with bonuses, generous annual leave, and various staff benefits are offered. Join a committed team focused on providing a nurturing environment for children with complex needs.

Benefits

Death in Service (4x salary)

Free, on-site parking

Electric vehicle scheme

Free access to Employee Assistance Programme

Free access to GP Hero

Blue Light Card

Long Service Payments

Cycle to Work Scheme

Ofsted outstanding bonus payment

Pension

Qualifications

• Driving Licence is essential.
• Compassionate and dedicated to supporting young people.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily activities and personal care.
• Manage challenging behaviours with senior staff support.
• Create a nurturing environment for children.

Skills

Passion for safeguarding young people

Experience with challenging behaviour

Flexibility to work shifts

Job description

Job Summary

Job Title : Residential Support Worker

Home : The Cedars - 4 Bedded ASD Children's Home

Location : Hinckley, Leicestershire

Hours : 40.5 hours per week (Guaranteed contracted hours)

Salary : £26,350 - £30,050 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Location Bonus : £1,095 per annum

Ofsted Outstanding Bonus : £300

Annual Leave Entitlement : 243 hours

Essential Criteria : Driving Licence

There are tw o positions available :

Residential Support Worker (Flexible Rota) – Primarily covering gaps in the rota due to planned leave and staff training. This role does not follow a fixed shift pattern. You will work across 7 days, with scheduled days off and one full weekend off each month.

Residential Support Worker (Fixed Rota) – Working on a 1 on / 2 off shift pattern from 7 : 30 am – 11 : 00 pm.

Sleep-In Duties :

There is a requirement to complete sleep-in shifts as part of both roles.

About Hexagon Care

Hexagon Care Services is a national provider of residential care, education, and therapy for young people. With over 80 homes and schools across England, we collaborate closely with local authorities to provide specialised services, including therapeutic care, crisis intervention, and support for children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. Our mission is to offer safe, stable environments where young people can build resilience and develop skills for a brighter future.

The Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our team at The Cedars Children’s Home. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and working alongside an experienced, skilled team of professionals. You will help provide essential support to young people in care, assisting them with daily activities, appointments, and behavioural management, all while creating a positive and nurturing home environment. You will be joining a large team of dedicated and committed staff who support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities (LD), and complex needs.

Key Responsibilities :

• Support young people in a range of activities, including cooking, cleaning, outings, and taking part in games and appointments.
• Manage challenging behaviours effectively and professionally, with support from senior staff and therapeutic services.
• Create a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for young people, ensuring they feel heard and valued.
• Collaborate with psychologists and the therapy team to establish appropriate boundaries and strategies for supporting the children in your care.
• Some children require personal care. You will be expected to support children in all aspects of their lives, including participation in various activities.

What We’re Looking For :

• A genuine passion for safeguarding, motivating, and inspiring young people.
• Ability to demonstrate and lead by example, sharing best practices with your team.
• Experience with challenging behaviour, with the ability to handle such situations calmly and professionally.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

Benefits of Working at Hexagon Care Services :

• Death in Service (4x salary)
• Free, on-site parking
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Free access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Free access to GP Hero
• Blue Light Card
• Long Service Payments
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Ofsted outstanding bonus payment
• Pension

What Our Ofsted Inspection Says :

“One child’s social worker said, ‘He has made fantastic progress in this area; he is doing incredible.’”

“One staff member said, ‘I honestly love it here. It’s far more than just a job.’”

“One child’s social worker said, ‘The managers are amazing, and they are receptive. They will challenge me if need be.’”

Additional Information :

• We are committed to being fair and non-discriminatory in our recruitment practices. Where a service already has sufficient drivers in post, we will do all we reasonably can to accommodate applicants who do not drive, and in those instances, the driving requirement may be considered desirable rather than essential. However, as a care provider, the safety, welfare, and needs of the young people we support must always take priority, as such, this may mean that driving may be listed as being essential for some of our posts.

Please note, Hexagon Care Services does not hold a sponsorship licence and as such we are unable to support any candidates who do not already have right to work. This is a permanent position, if you have right to work but with an expiry date, we are more than welcome to receive your application but please note you would only be eligible for an interim contract linked to your RTW expiry.

All hiring managers at Hexagon Care Services are trained by safer recruitment consortium accredited trainers, and all positions in regulated activity with children will be required to undergo safer recruitment and onboarding checks prior to commencement. This will include an enhanced DBS and / or children’s barred list check.

Feedback timescales - Candidates who apply via CV (Indeed etc) may not hear a response due to volume of applicants, candidates who complete application forms via our career's portal will be provided with feedback irrespective of outcome.

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