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Residential Support Worker
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 28,000 - 31,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
Job Title:
Residential Support Worker – Children’s Services
Location:
Fawley
Salary:
£28,000 – £30,000 + sleep-ins
Contract Type:
Full time – (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Bank Holidays)
Requirements
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Must have the right to live and work in the UK
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Must be able to work long shifts, including evenings and weekends
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Previous experience working with children or in a residential care setting is desirable
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Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already held)
About the role
As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in providing consistent, high-quality care in a children’s residential setting. You’ll help create a safe, stable, and supportive home environment that enables young people to thrive emotionally, socially, and practically.
Key responsibilities include:
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Supporting children with daily routines such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care
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Building positive relationships and acting as a key worker
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Encouraging engagement in education, activities, and community life
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Attending appointments and supporting young people in developing independence
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Managing challenging behaviours and responding effectively in crisis situations (training provided)
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Promoting safeguarding and emotional wellbeing at all times
Benefits
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Overtime opportunities
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Sleep-in shifts paid additionally
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Company pension scheme
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Regular training and supervision
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Career development and progression opportunities
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A supportive, values-driven work environment
Skills
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6–12 months’ experience in a care environment (children or adults)
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Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Empathetic, resilient, and trustworthy
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Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently
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Comfortable using computers and recording systems
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Willing to actively participate in activities with children in and outside the homeBefore You Apply
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