Youth Residential Support Specialist: Shape Futures

Caretech; Delph; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in payments

Company pension

Blue light card discounts

Well-being support

Job summary

Caretech is seeking a Residential Support Worker at Laceby House to help care for up to four young people aged 8–18 in a home-like setting. You will support mornings, meals, daily routines, and planning activities within the home, ensuring care plans are current and responsive to each child’s needs.

Eight sleep-ins per month are included, with full training and ongoing development supported. A full UK driving licence is required and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience with care of children and young people in residential settings preferred.
• Willingness to work sleep-ins and shifts as required.
• Ability to document care plans and communicate feedback clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines for young people, including school readiness and meals.
• Ensure care plans are up to date and reflect children's feedback.
• Collaborate with senior staff and the team to provide consistent care.
• Foster a warm, homely environment and support activities and outings.

Skills

Sleep-ins

Driving licence

Teamwork

Care experience

Education

Level 3/4 in Children's Residential Care

Job description

Caretech is seeking a Residential Support Worker at Laceby House to help care for up to four young people aged 8–18 in a home-like setting. You will support mornings, meals, daily routines, and planning activities within the home, ensuring care plans are current and responsive to each child’s needs.

Eight sleep-ins per month are included, with full training and ongoing development supported. A full UK driving licence is required and sponsorship is not available.