Residential Support Workers - Bromsgrove

Worcestershire County Council; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great holiday entitlement

LGPS pension

Professional development

Hybrid working

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council in Bromsgrove is seeking a Residential Support Worker to join the Bromsgrove Short Breaks team on a part-time basis. The role offers 23-30 hours per week, with a salary of £22,827 to £26,853 per annum pro rata based on hours on offer, and a permanent contract.

You will work with children and young people with disabilities, helping them achieve goals and improving their quality of life.

Qualifications

• Experience in working with children or young people with disabilities.
• Ability to build relationships with families and professionals.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan activities and support young people in achieving goals.
• Build effective relationships with young people, their families and other professionals.
• Communicate clearly and work collaboratively as part of a team.

Skills

Experience with children and young

Job description

Job Title: Residential Support Worker
Salary:£22,827 to £26,853 per annum pro rata based on hours on offer
23 - 30 Hours per Week part time
Location: Bromsgrove
Team: Bromsgrove Short Breaks
Permanent Contract
5 posts

Have you got experience in working with children or young people with disabilities? Do you have a passion and motivation for doing a great job? If so we would love you to join us as one of our Residential Support Workers.

As a Residential Support Worker you will be ambitious for our young people in helping them to achieve their goals and optimise their potential. You will play a vital role in working directly with young people building effective relationships, with their families and other professionals. You will actively be involved in planning activities and have good communication skills.

Bromsgrove Short Breaks Service provides a safe, nurturing and fun environment where children and young people with physical and learning disabilities and complex health needs across Worcestershire can enjoy a short break away from home. Our standards are high and we have a rating as Good by Ofsted.

We have some fantastic opportunities happening in our service.

We are a supportive and established team who really do make a difference to the lives of young people in Worcestershire and we recognise the importance of supporting, training and developing the staff who deliver services for children and young people. There is opportunity to complete an apprenticeship level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner.

We require a number of Residential Support Workers with part time hours varying from 20 - 30 hrs to compliment and help progress our plans.

For further information please contact:Beverley Harris on 01527 575710 or [e-mail]

Benefits:

You'll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?
• Children's Workforce Academy

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement:As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you're successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme:The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development:We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working:We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity:The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 8th November 2026
Anticipated Interview Date: to be confirmed

Attached documents
PSRSW2-3.pdf
JDRSW 2-3.doc