Youth Residential Support Worker - Impactful & Flexible Shifts

Cambian Group Plc; Braintree; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Comprehensive induction and training

Rota provided 4 weeks in advance

Sleep-in payment £30 per shift

2-3 shifts per week

Job summary

Cambian Group Plc is seeking a dedicated Residential Care Worker to support children aged 4-12 in our Colchester home, and to help them navigate daily activities, education and social development. You will build trusting relationships, provide emotional support, and assist with planning meetings and reports.

The role involves 2-3 shifts per week with a 40-hour rota and mandatory sleep‑in shifts. Sleep‑in payments of £30 per shift and enhanced DBS are included, with full induction and training

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old.
• Full UK driving license preferable.
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people.
• Attendance at a two week training program required.
• Must have availability for sleep‑in shifts.

Responsibilities

• Providing emotional support during challenging times
• Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
• Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
• Empowering young people to actively participate in decision‑making about their lives and future
• Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
• Encouraging community engagement, attending off‑site activities and expanding their personal social networks
• Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning shopping etc.)

Job description

Cambian Group Plc is seeking a dedicated Residential Care Worker to support children aged 4-12 in our Colchester home, and to help them navigate daily activities, education and social development. You will build trusting relationships, provide emotional support, and assist with planning meetings and reports.

The role involves 2-3 shifts per week with a 40-hour rota and mandatory sleep‑in shifts. Sleep‑in payments of £30 per shift and enhanced DBS are included, with full induction and training