Support Worker – Children Residential Home

Square Logik LTD; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated residential care facility in Huntingdon is looking for a Residential Support Worker to join their team. The role is focused on supporting vulnerable children and young people aged 8-17 facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Responsibilities include providing day-to-day care, building positive relationships, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should hold or be willing to obtain an NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care and possess a driving license. Flexible working hours are available, and excellent support is provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free training

Good induction and integration plan

Excellent team and support

Career options and opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in children’s services or a related field is preferable.
• Understanding of child development, safeguarding, and child protection.
• Passion, patience, and resilience to support young people facing challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to children and young people in a residential care setting.
• Build positive relationships with children and young people, promoting their emotional, social, and physical wellbeing.
• Encourage and support engagement in education, leisure, and social activities.
• Maintain accurate records of care, progress, and development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to ensure high standards of care.
• Be a reliable source of guidance and support for young people’s everyday needs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork skills

Flexibility

Adapting to changing situations

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or willingness to work towards it

Tools

Valid UK driving license

Job description

*** No Visa Sponsorship available for this role at the moment ***

• 36h p/week
• optional 42-48h
• 15 hours shifts
• Available day and night shifts
• Full-time Contract
• No sponsorships available
• UK driving license required
• Free training included
• Good induction and integration plan
• Excellent team
• Excellent support
• Career options and opportunities

Residential Support Worker

We are looking for a Residential Support Worker to join a well-established and dedicated team in a residential home. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support vulnerable children and young people aged 8-17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them achieve their best outcomes in a nurturing and therapeutic setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to children and young people in a residential care setting.
• Build positive relationships with children and young people, promoting their emotional, social, and physical wellbeing.
• Encourage and support engagement in education, leisure, and social activities.
• Maintain accurate records of care, progress, and development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to ensure high standards of care.
• Be a reliable source of guidance and support for young people’s everyday needs.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and permanent full-time contract. Benefits Package

Candidate Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience in children’s services or a related field is preferable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing situations.
• Understanding of child development, safeguarding, and child protection.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Passion, patience, and resilience to support young people facing challenges.

How to Apply

Click on “Apply” to submit your application form. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.

Inclusivity Statement

We are proud to support diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including BAME, LGBTQ+, and disabled individuals. We only work with partners who have a proven record of advocating for inclusivity and equal opportunities in the workplace.