Support Worker/Team Leader

Unique Care Group; Wellington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction and specialist training

Funded qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Sleep-in shifts £62 per shift

Welcome Bonus £1,000

Refer-a-Friend bonus up to £1,000

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

Unique Care Group is seeking a compassionate Children’s Residential Support Worker / Team Leader in Shrewsbury to provide high-quality, person-centred care for children and young people with autism and complex needs. The role offers permanent hours, ongoing training and clear career progression.

Applicants should hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and a valid UK driving licence. The company emphasises growth, development and a rewarding long-term career path within children’s

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Experience in caring for children and young people with autism, SEND, or complex needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to children and young people with autism, SEND, learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Help residents feel safe, develop independence and lead fulfilling lives.
• Contribute to a nurturing, structured and supportive home environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Dedicated

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

About the role

Unique Care Group are looking for a compassionate, reliable and dedicated Children s Residential Support Worker / Team Leader to join our growing team in Shrewsbury.

You ll provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to children and young people with autism, SEND, learning disabilities and complex needs, helping them feel safe, develop their independence and live happy, fulfilling lives.

This is a permanent position with guaranteed contracted hours, offering job security, ongoing training career development and a range of employee benefits.

Applicants must hold a minimum Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and possess a full, valid UK driving licence.

Make a difference. Change a young life.

What We Offer Grow, Develop & Make a Difference

• Permanent employment with guaranteed contracted hours
• Paid induction and specialist training
• Funded qualifications
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Monthly rota planning
• £62 payment for every sleep-in shift
• The opportunity to build a rewarding career in children s residential care

Our Benefits More Than Just a Job

• Welcome Bonus £1,000
• Refer-a-Friend bonus of up to £1,000 - you refer, we reward
• Blue Light Card access to discounts at hundreds of retailers and services
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) confidential support for your wellbeing
• Private GP appointments quick and convenient access to medical professionals
• Podiatry appointments access to professional foot care
• Additional annual leave earn extra leave for each completed year of service
• Discretionary annual Christmas bonus get rewarded for your years hard work.
• Company pension

Invest in Your Future with Us

We re committed to promoting from within. Every current Deputy Manager and Registered Manager at Unique Care Group has progressed internally.

You ll receive the training, qualifications and support you need to build a rewarding long-term career.

About Us

Unique Care Group is a specialist provider of residential care and tailored education for children and young people aged 5 to 18 with complex needs, learning disabilities, autism (ASC), ADHD, and sensory processing difficulties. We re proud to be an Outstanding Ofsted-rated provider with small, therapeutic homes and supportive leadership.

Our specialist services include:

• SEND school
• Forest school
• Animal therapy
• In-house therapeutic support

Important: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship. The successful candidate will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Rate of pay based on experience and responsibilities
Welcome Bonus paid in staged instalments, subject to terms and conditions