Residential Support Worker Children's Home

Job Title: Support Worker

Location: Nantwich Cheshire (CW5)
Salary: per annum (DOE & inclusive of sleep-ins)
Working Hour: 2 on / 4 off shift pattern
Number of Sleeps Required: Sleep-in after each shift
Service: Supported Living / Supported Accommodation
Service Users: 1625-year-olds (Care Leavers EBD Trauma Complex Needs)
Qualifications Required: Level 3 Children & Young People (desirable) or willingness to work towards
Experience in Years Required: 1 year working with children or young adults (preferred)
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

The Home:

• Location: Nantwich Cheshire (CW5)

• Type of YPs: Care Leavers EBD Trauma Complex Needs

• Ofsted Rating: 50% of homes rated Outstanding

• Ratio of staff to children: High support presence

Who we are looking for

We are looking for caring enthusiastic and resilient Support Workers with a genuine passion for supporting young people to develop independence and life skills.

You will:

• Provide day-to-day practical and emotional support

• Create a safe nurturing and supportive living environment

• Encourage engagement in education training employment and activities

• Promote independence motivation and positive decision-making

• Maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks

• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team

• Work flexibly including weekends and sleep-ins

Every day will be different rewarding and impactful

Who you will be working for

• A specialist independent social care provider established in 2006

• Operates residential and supported accommodation services

• Strong reputation for quality with Outstanding Ofsted outcomes

• Values-driven organisation focused on staff wellbeing and development

• Committed to equal opportunities and inclusive practice

Why this Home & Company

Progression Opportunity:

• Clear internal development pathways

• Opportunities to progress into senior and management roles

Qualification Opportunity:

• Funded Level 3 Children & Young People qualifications

• Funded Level 5 Leadership & Management qualifications

• Qualification completion bonuses

  • 500 (Level 3)

  • 750 (Level 5)

Benefits Include:

• Pension auto-enrolment

• Pay Care Scheme (medical cashback)

• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)

• Perkbox (high street & online discounts)

• Annual Leave Service Awards (up to 1 extra week)

• Long Service Bonus (750 after 5 years)

• Refer a Friend Scheme

• Free meals on shift

• Paid DBS & update service reimbursement

• Reimbursement of Social Care Wales registration (if applicable)

• New Starter Bonus up to 1000 (Level 3 qualified applicants)

• Free parking / on-site parking

Ethos & Culture:

• Child-centred and trauma-informed

• Inclusive supportive and empowering

• Focused on positive outcomes and independence

• Strong team ethos with ongoing support

Important Please Read Before Applying

Do not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:

• You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have access to a car

• You only hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care (this is not deemed equivalent)

• You only have HealthCare NHS CQC or Nursery Practitioner experience

• You require sponsorship no sponsorship available

Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Childrens Home will not be considered.

Sponsorship is not available

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our clients professional and dedicated team they encourage you to apply today.

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