Youth Residential Support Worker - Sleep‑In Shifts & Training

Polaris, company; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training for Level 3/4 qualifications

Sleep-in shifts £45 per shift

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Refer-a-Friend £500

Childcare voucher scheme

Holiday pay and meals on shift

Polaris Community

Job summary

Dove Adolescent Services is seeking passionate individuals to join our care team in Yorkshire, with base locations across Pontefract, Wakefield, Eggborough and Barnsley. This full-time, permanent role offers 39 hours per week, with base salaries from £26,785.82 to £32,185.82 (unqualified) or £27,355.29 to £32,755.29 (qualified) including sleep-in shifts.

Training will be provided to gain Level 3/4 qualifications.

Qualifications

• A genuine desire to support and engage with young people.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays, and sleep‑in shifts.
• Prior experience in care is welcome but not essential — we’ll train you.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and support the wellbeing of young people.
• Build positive, trusting relationships.
• Encourage their interests, development and independence.
• Take part in activities and help create a warm, inclusive home environment.
• Complete sleep‑in duties as part of a flexible rota.

Job description

Dove Adolescent Services is seeking passionate individuals to join our care team in Yorkshire, with base locations across Pontefract, Wakefield, Eggborough and Barnsley. This full-time, permanent role offers 39 hours per week, with base salaries from £26,785.82 to £32,185.82 (unqualified) or £27,355.29 to £32,755.29 (qualified) including sleep-in shifts.

Training will be provided to gain Level 3/4 qualifications.