Support Worker

Apple Inc.; Faygate; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Fully funded Level 3 qualification

Full induction and ongoing training

Employee discount and wellbeing

Job summary

Apple Orchard, five children’s homes in Surrey and West Sussex, supports boys aged 12–18 in calm, therapeutic settings where they can feel safe and understood. You’ll help with daily routines, build confidence and life skills, and be a consistent, positive role model.

We offer full induction, ongoing training, a funded Level 3 qualification, and a competitive salary up to £32,623.97 with sleep‑in allowances. A full UK driving licence and vehicle access are preferred due to rural locations.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for making a positive difference in children's lives.
• A caring, resilient and patient approach, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to rural locations.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines, education, hobbies and activities that build confidence and life skills.
• Build stable, trusting relationships and be a consistent, positive role model.
• Use calm, therapeutic and consistent approaches to support children through difficult moments.
• Keep clear and accurate records of progress, behaviour, achievements and important information.
• Work closely with colleagues, managers, families, local authorities and other professionals to maintain high standards of care.

Skills

Caring

Resilience

Patience

Calm under pressure

Flexibility

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare/Health & Social Care

Job description

• Support daily routines, education, hobbies and activities that build confidence and life skills




• Build stable, trusting relationships and be a consistent, positive role model




• Use calm, therapeutic and consistent approaches to support children through difficult moments




• Keep clear and accurate records of progress, behaviour, achievements and important information




• Work closely with colleagues, managers, families, local authorities and other professionals to maintain high standards of care

  This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is caring, resilient and committed to making a lasting difference. You do not need to have worked in residential childcare before. If you bring the right values, attitude and willingness to learn, we will provide a full induction, hands‑on support, ongoing training and the development you need to build confidence and succeed in the role., Essential:




• A genuine passion for making a positive difference in children's lives




• A caring, resilient and patient approach, with the ability to stay calm under pressure




• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep‑ins




• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, due to the rural location of some homes

Helpful but not essential:

• Experience working with children, care, education, youth work, mental health, residential services or similar settings




• Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, Families Practitioner or Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards a relevant qualification




• Strong written and verbal communication skills




• A team‑focused attitude, good sense of humour and emotional resilience




• Confidence following procedures, writing reports and contributing to care plans

  Competitive salary of up to 32,623.97 inclusive of sleep‑in allowances ( 35 per night, typically one per week)




• A healthy work‑life balance, including every other weekend off




• Full induction, ongoing training, regular supervision and a fully funded Level 3 qualification




• Company pension




• Access to employee discount and wellbeing programmes




• Clear career progression, including routes into senior and leadership roles




• Supportive managers, experienced colleagues and a team culture where you will not be expected to learn alone




• Apple Orchard provides high‑quality residential care across five children"s homes in Surrey and West Sussex. We support boys aged 12-18 in calm, therapeutic settings where they can feel safe, valued and understood. Joining our team means becoming part of a caring and professional environment where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. You'll support young people who have experienced trauma and adversity, helping them build confidence, develop life skills and achieve their potential. Whether you're guiding a young person through a difficult day or celebrating a personal milestone, your support can have a lasting impact.