Residential Support Worker
Horsham
West Sussex
GB
RH12 1
Job Description
Join Our Team as a Residential Support Worker! Company: Apple Orchard Location: Horsham, West Sussex Contract: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: 40 hours per week - shift pattern Salary: Up to £32,623.97, including sleep-in shifts, dependent on performance and experience
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with sleep-in allowances (£35 per night, typically one per week)
- Every other weekend off for a healthy work-life balance
- Fully funded qualifications and professional development opportunities
- Clear promotion pathways and career progression
- Company pension for your future
- Access to employee discounts and wellbeing programmes
Are you ready to make a real difference in a child's life? At Apple Orchard, our Residential Support Workers are the heart of our mission, creating calm, caring, and therapeutic homes for children who have faced trauma and challenges. This is a fulfilling opportunity for someone who is caring, resilient, and dedicated to making a lasting impact. No prior experience in residential childcare? No problem! If you bring the right values and a willingness to learn, we'll provide comprehensive training and support to help you thrive.
Why Join Apple Orchard?
- Attractive salary with regular sleep-in payments
- Work-life balance with every other weekend off
- Structured induction, ongoing training, and regular supervision
- Clear career progression, including routes into senior and leadership roles
- A supportive team culture where you won't learn alone
- Company pension, employee discounts, and wellbeing support
Practical assistance to complete your Level 3 qualification Training and Support from Day One Starting a role in residential childcare can feel daunting, especially if you're new to children's homes. That's why we offer structured training, regular supervision, and hands‑on support from experienced managers and colleagues. You'll learn to understand each child's needs, apply therapeutic approaches, and follow safeguarding procedures, all while developing the skills necessary for career advancement.
About Apple Orchard
Apple Orchard operates five residential children's homes across Surrey and West Sussex, providing nurturing environments for boys aged 12-18. Many of the children we support have experienced trauma, and our homes are designed to help them feel safe, build trust, and gain the confidence they need for a brighter future. Join a dedicated team that values compassion, consistency, resilience, and teamwork. In this role, every small moment counts-from helping a child navigate a tough day to celebrating their achievements and fostering greater independence.
Your Role as a Residential Support Worker
- Create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel valued
- Support daily routines, education, hobbies, and activities that build confidence and life skills
- Establish stable, trusting relationships and serve as a positive role model
- Utilize calm, therapeutic approaches to guide children through challenging moments
- Maintain clear and accurate records of progress, behavior, and achievements
- Collaborate closely with colleagues, families, local authorities, and other professionals to uphold high standards of care
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- A genuine passion for making a positive difference in children's lives
- A caring, resilient, and patient demeanor, with the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, due to the rural location of some homes
Helpful but Not Essential:
- Experience in childcare, education, youth work, mental health, or similar settings
- Level 3 Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner/Health & Social Care qualification, or a willingness to pursue it
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A team-focused attitude, good sense of humor, and emotional resilience
- Confidence in following procedures, writing reports, and contributing to care plans
Ready to Apply?
If you are compassionate, reliable, and eager to help children feel safe and supported, we would love to hear from you! Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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