Waking Night Support Worker

JR United Kingdom; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in their daily lives, helping them regain their childhood and develop into well-rounded adults. You'll enjoy a rewarding experience while engaging in fun activities and fostering trusting relationships. With excellent training, career progression opportunities, and a commitment to diversity, this role offers a unique chance to make a positive impact. Be part of a team that values small victories and celebrates every success!

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Paid full school holidays

Flexible benefits (e.g., life insurance options)

Wellbeing tools and employee assistance

Medical cover for opticians and dentists

Excellent facilities and supportive environment

Contributory pension scheme (up to 5%)

£1,000 referral bonus

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Positive, team-oriented attitude and ability to build relationships.
• Empathy and resilience in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Caring for daily needs of young people and supporting their education.
• Organizing activities and creating a homely environment.

Skills

Team-oriented attitude

Honesty

Empathy

Resilience

Relationship building

Full UK driving license

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Opportunity: Residential Support Worker

Salary: £25,584 - £27,269 + Excellent benefits

Location: Cedar House School

Our residential houses support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We aim to create the best possible outcomes for the young people in our care.

Working as a Residential Support Worker involves being part of a young person's daily life, supporting them through their highs and lows. Your role will help young people regain their childhood and develop pathways to become well-rounded adults, making this a highly rewarding position.

We value the small victories and the positive changes you can make, despite challenges. Your responsibilities include caring for the daily needs of our young people, supporting their education, independent living skills, organizing activities, completing paperwork, and creating a homely environment.

Evenings and weekends are dedicated to fun activities like gaming, sports, cinema visits, or go-karting, making your workday enjoyable.

At Cedar House School, we focus on understanding each young person's needs and building trusting relationships, guiding them toward a positive future. We are proud of our recognition as 'Good' in Education and 'Outstanding' in Residential provision.

What We Offer:

• Full induction and on-the-job training
• Paid full school holidays
• Flexible benefits (e.g., life insurance options)
• Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover for opticians, dentists, and discounts
• Excellent facilities and a supportive environment
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 5%)
• £1,000 referral bonus
• Opportunities for career progression within the organization

Our Commitment to Diversity:

We celebrate everyone's differences, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of our young people and staff. No prior experience is necessary, but we look for:

• A positive, team-oriented attitude
• Honesty and empathy
• Resilience in challenging situations
• Ability to build strong relationships with young people
• A full UK driving license
• If you lack a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, we will support your studies.

Interested in Joining Us?

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online searches. We welcome applications from all community sections.

For more details, please see the full job description and person specification attached. You can also review our policies on safeguarding and recruitment.

Join us and help shape a brighter future for young people!