Support Worker - Learning Disabilities

Keys Group; Crawley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's support organization in Crawley seeks a dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to assist young people with learning difficulties. The role offers a competitive salary starting from £27,581 per annum and includes opportunities for career progression. Ideal candidates are flexible, caring, and possess great communication skills. This role involves supporting four young males and maintaining a safe living environment, with additional benefits like funded qualifications and paid training.

Benefits

Career Progression

Competitive Salary

Enhanced Pay Scales

Family Support

Paid Training

Annual Leave

Funded Qualifications

Wellbeing Support

Free Enhanced DBS Check

Qualifications

• Naturally caring and passionate about supporting children.
• Able to work flexible hours including shifts and sleep-ins.
• Full UK driving licence is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support young males with learning difficulties.
• Provide emotional and physical support.
• Maintain a safe home environment.

Skills

Great communication skills

Experience in care or youth work

Flexibility and resilience

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Job description

Job Title

Children’s Residential Support Worker – learning difficulties

Location

Crawley

Salary

From £27,581 per annum (£13.60 per hour) PLUS additional £3k‑£6k per annum for sleep‑ins.

Hours

Full‑time, 39 hours per week. Working a rolling shift pattern which includes long days and additional sleep‑ins.

About Us

Rated GOOD in our July 2025 Ofsted inspection. We are looking for support workers to join our four‑bed Children’s home and be part of an amazing team, supporting young people to reach their full potential and have positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support four young males aged between 12‑18 with learning difficulties such as Autism, Aspergers, ADHD and Global Developmental Delay, alongside behaviours of concern.
• Provide a bespoke package of care that includes a Positive Behaviour Support lead, specialist team, occupational therapist, SALT and Keys clinical team.
• Work alongside an Art Therapist and clinical psychologist to give advice and support.
• Participate in team activities including football, sports, laser tag and gaming.
• Give emotional and physical support to allow children to reach their full potential in sometimes challenging situations.
• Build friendships and trusting relationships.
• Help children find pleasure in everyday tasks and empower them to make decisions about themselves.
• Maintain a safe home environment – cleaning, laundry, cooking.

Training and Career Progression

You will receive excellent training from Keys Group, with recognised qualifications and potential for career progression within an ever‑growing national company. We are in the Sunday Times Top 10 Organisations for Apprenticeship providers.

Benefits

• Career Progression – clear paths to advance, including opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
• Competitive Salary – real living wage as a minimum.
• Enhanced Pay Scales – recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates.
• Family Support – enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.
• Rewarding Job – full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same.
• Supportive Management – regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying life.
• Regular Team Meetings – include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service.
• Funded Qualifications – we fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCFs.
• Paid Training – get paid to enrol in our sector‑leading training.
• Full Induction Program – comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success.
• Amazing Discount Schemes – access amazing deals with the Hapi App & Blue Light Card.
• NEST Pension Scheme – secure your future with our pension plan.
• Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – access advice and guidance through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Staff Referral Scheme – refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you.
• Circle App – internal communications on the next level, be part of something special.
• Annual Leave – 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement.
• Free Enhanced DBS Check.

How You Can Fit In

We want people who are naturally caring, flexible and resilient. Passionate about supporting children to lead happy lives. Great communication skills, positive and energetic. Experience in care or transferable skills such as youth work, education, sports or working with vulnerable people is beneficial. Ability to remain calm during sometimes challenging situations. Full UK driving licence is beneficial. You need to be able to work flexibly, including shifts and sleep‑ins.

How to Apply

Apply today and we will be in touch to discuss joining our EPIC team.

Commitments and Equality

Keys Group is a signed Armed Forces Covenant employer and offers a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and encourage applications from all sections of the community. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Keys Group does not currently offer sponsorship.