Support Worker

CareTech; Kerswell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization is seeking a Support Worker to provide emotional and practical support in a children's residential care setting. You will act as a trusted adult, helping children with daily routines and fostering independence. The role offers full training and a chance to make a genuine difference in children's lives. The position is permanent with a competitive hourly wage ranging from £14 to £14.50 based on experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and training

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health, social care, or with children and young people is highly desirable, but not essential.
• Full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and practical guidance to children.
• Help the children get ready for school or appointments.
• Cook healthy meals and support with homework.
• Organise fun activities and be a calm, dependable adult.

Skills

Friendly, empathetic, and patient

Enthusiastic and full of positive energy

Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure

Natural role models with a child-first approach

Willing to learn and grow in the role

Job description

Overview

Position: Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care

Location: Kings Kerswell, Devon

Role Type: Permanent • Working hours per week: 40 • Salary: £14 - £14.50 per hour (based on experience/qualifications) • Overtime Rate: 1.25x

Closing Date: Sunday 30 November 2025

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Support Worker, you’ll act as a positive role model and trusted adult in a child’s life. You’ll provide emotional support and practical guidance, while also creating a safe and supportive environment.

Your Daily Activities Might Include

• Helping the children get ready for school or appointments
• Cooking healthy meals like tea or breakfast together
• Supporting with homework or evening routines
• Organising fun activities such as baking, crafts, movie nights, or walks
• Attending key events like parents’ evenings or special days out
• Creating consistent boundaries and offering reassurance
• Celebrating their achievements, big and small
• Supporting them to build independence – from budgeting to personal care
• Being there as a calm, dependable, and caring adult when they need it most

You’ll work closely with colleagues, social workers, teachers, and therapists – forming part of a multidisciplinary team all working in the child’s best interests.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive induction and training from day one
• Ongoing professional development through our Learning & Development Team
• A beautiful, well-equipped home environment tailored to children’s needs
• A team who values your voice and input
• A chance to make a genuine difference every single day

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need all the qualifications – we care about who you are as a person.

We’re Looking For People Who Are

• Friendly, empathetic, and patient
• Enthusiastic and full of positive energy
• Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure
• Natural role models with a child-first approach
• Willing to learn and grow in the role

Experience in mental health, social care, or with children and young people is highly desirable, but not essential – full training is provided.

Important Information – Please Read

• This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.
• All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
• You must be able to provide two professional references covering the last two years.
• You’ll need to supply details of all roles involving children or vulnerable adults, and provide full employment history back to full-time education.

If you’re ready to begin a rewarding, child-focused career where you’ll play a key role in shaping a young person’s future – apply now and start your journey with Cambian.

Cambian are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all children within our care. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and must be able to provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full-time education.

Job Description – RCW.doc