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Residential Support Worker - Children & Young People

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 36,274 - 42,640 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Westbury, Wiltshire

Expire in: 17 days

Job Description

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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