Residential Support Worker - Children & Young People

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Job Title: Residential Support Worker – Children & Young People

Location: Westbury
Salary: Base salary £29,034 – £35,400
Total Package: £36,274 – £42,640 per annum (including sleep-ins, allowances, and bonuses)
Contract Type: Permanent

Please note: Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role at this time.

About the Role

SEND Inclusion Support is working in partnership with a leading provider of specialist education and residential care for children and young people across the UK.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people. As a Residential Support Worker, you’ll support children through both challenges and achievements, helping them build confidence, resilience, and independence in a safe and nurturing environment.

The home supports young people with a range of additional needs, including social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, providing structured, therapeutic care focused on positive outcomes.

Role Overview

You will play a key role within a dedicated care team, supporting young people in their daily lives and helping to create a stable, supportive home environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Providing high-quality, person-centred care and support

* Building positive relationships with young people

* Supporting emotional and behavioural development

* Assisting with daily routines, activities, and education

* Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals

* Maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment

What’s on Offer

* Base Salary: £29,034 – £35,400

* Total Package: £36,274 – £42,640 per annum (based on good attendance and up to 4 sleep-ins per month)

* Bonuses & Allowances:

* Up to 4 sleep-ins per month paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year)

* £1,400 attendance allowance (subject to good attendance)

* £2,000 regional allowance

* £1,000 welcome bonus (upon successful completion of probation)

* £1,000 loyalty bonus (after 12 months of employment)

* Comprehensive 4-week induction and ongoing training

* Generous annual leave entitlement (7 weeks)

* Career progression opportunities, including future management programmes

* Flexible benefits package (holiday, pension, life insurance)

* Employee wellbeing support and assistance programme

* Medical cashback scheme and high-street discounts

* Meals provided while on duty

* High-quality working environments

About You

* Experience working with children and young people in a residential or care setting

* A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach

* Strong communication and teamwork skills

* Ability to work shifts, including sleep-ins

* A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes

* Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (desirable)

* Full UK driving licence (preferred)

Additional Information

Please note: Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role at this time
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Location:
Westbury
Salary:
£36,274 - £42,640 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Social Care

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