Unqualified Therapeutic Support Worker

Physis Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with enhanced rates for qualified staff

Fully funded qualifications

Free meals while on shift

Paid birthday off

Wellbeing allowance

Life insurance from day one

Specialist training

Referral scheme

Fully paid induction programme

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Physis Group is seeking a Therapeutic Support Worker to assist young people in overcoming trauma and achieving their full potential. Located in Newport, the role involves providing child-centred care in a safe environment and supporting their emotional and educational growth.

Successful candidates will benefit from a supportive culture, training opportunities, and a competitive salary, alongside perks such as fully paid qualifications and free meals during shifts.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driver’s licence.
• Experience not essential, full training provided.
• Opportunity to progress within the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing environment for young people.
• Support emotional and educational development through individual and group work.
• Act as a consistent caregiver and maintain individual care plans.

Skills

Compassionate caregiving

Emotional support

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Residential Childcare

Job description

Location: Newport, Telford & Wrekin or Whitchurch, North Shropshire

Hours of work: 07:30 - 23:00 (Approx) - Rolling 2 on 4 off

Sleep-in Payments: Additional £65 per night (Average up to £4,000 per year)

Company Pension Scheme

Fully funded training & qualifications

This is an exciting opportunity to join Physis Care as a Therapeutic Support Worker, supporting young people to overcome significant trauma, build resilience, and achieve their full potential.

We operate a number of specialist residential homes across Whitchurch, Newport, and Market Drayton.

As part of our dedicated and nurturing team, you will provide therapeutic, child‑centred care to young people aged 11–18, who have experienced trauma and may be vulnerable to, or at risk of, exploitation. Through positive relationships, consistency, and compassion, you will play a vital role in helping young people feel safe, valued, and empowered to progress.

At Physis Care, we pride ourselves on our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture, where teamwork, shared values, and professional development are at the heart of everything we do.

Benefits you can expect:

• Competitive salary with enhanced rates for qualified staff
• Fully funded qualifications - Completion of the Level 4
• Free meals while on shift
• Paid birthday off
• Supportive and inclusive working environment
• £150 annual wellbeing allowance
• Life insurance from day one (3x annual salary)
• Free specialist training
• Referral scheme – earn £500 for every successful referral
• Fully paid induction programme
• Company pension scheme

*T&C's Apply

Experience and qualifications:

• Full UK Driver’s licence - Use of on site vehicles
• Experience not essential as full training will be given.
• Physis will fully fund your Level 3 Qualification!
• Opportunity to complete Level 3 Diploma in residential childcare.
• Opportunity to progress within the company

What’s Involved with the Role of a Support Worker?

• Model and implement the Physis Model of Therapeutic Care to provide a safe, nurturing environment
• Support the emotional, social, and educational development of young people through individual and group work
• Work under the direction of the Registered Manager, and run shifts as required
• Act as a consistent caregiver, ensuring daily needs and individual care plans are met
• Promote safeguarding and welfare at all times
• Act as an ambassador for Physis Care and work effectively with external agencies

Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Any unspent conviction/cautions should be declared at the point of application. Any adult cautions (simple or conditional) or spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 should also be declared.