At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in daily activities and help them achieve their personal goals.
- Company: Join Horizon Care and Education, a leader in innovative residential care for young people.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, discounts, bonuses, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with supportive management and excellent career development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Must have a full UK driving licence and a passion for supporting looked-after children.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 15 £ per hour.
Bright Futures, Inspired By You. Horizon Care and Education has an opportunity for a Part Time Children’s Residential Support Worker to join our team. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves and have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them. At Horizon, we live up to our values, and we value our people. We are proud to be one of the most innovative providers of young people’s residential care and education in the UK.
Responsibilities
- Assisting young people with a variety of daily life activities, including hobbies, social activities, friendships and learning new skills.
- Providing day‑to‑day care and creating a safe, homely, therapeutic environment; supporting daily routines such as preparing for school and ensuring healthy, balanced meals.
- Ensuring the young person has a safe space to relax and unwind within the home.
- Supporting young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities.
- Supporting development through stimulating activities and consistent care.
- Building meaningful relationships and ensuring safeguarding needs are met.
- Working collaboratively with other professionals and contributing to care planning.
If you’re passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want you to be part of our team.
What We’re Looking For From You
- Full UK Manual Driving licence is essential to be able to take our children to school, appointments and activities.
- Ability to be a great role model to our looked‑after children.
- Ability to build trusting relationships.
- A genuine care and compassion to work with looked‑after children.
- Flexibility to work shifts that include evenings, weekends and sleep‑ins.
- Willingness to complete a Level 3 qualification in Children’s and Young People Workforce.
Benefits
- Access to Tastecard, Bluelight card and MyGym discounts.
- Real Living Wage employer.
- Competitive pay rates.
- Christmas bonus.
- Generous Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Financial wellbeing service.
- Life Assurance.
- Ongoing training and professional development plus high‑quality CPD opportunities.
- Comprehensive induction programme including face‑to‑face training, online modules, shadowing and local induction period.
- Face‑to‑face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.
- Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support.
- Supportive management and senior leaders.
Part Time Residential Care Worker in Leicester employer: Horizon Care & Education
Horizon Care and Education is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for both our staff and the young people in our care. With a commitment to professional development, including ongoing training and a comprehensive induction programme, we empower our employees to grow and thrive in their roles. Located in the heart of the UK, we offer competitive pay rates, generous benefits, and a culture that values compassion and innovation, making it a truly rewarding place to work for those passionate about making a difference.
Contact Details:
Horizon Care & Education Recruitment Team
