At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vulnerable children, lead teams, and provide trauma-informed care.
- Company: SV Care, a supportive organisation focused on staff wellbeing and growth.
- Benefits: Free training, clear progression, 23 days leave, and mental health support.
- Other info: Join a friendly team with casual dress and fun company events.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Minimum 2 years in residential childcare and supervisory experience required.
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
A Role Where Support, Progression & Purpose Come Together
When one of our team members joined SV Care six months ago, they quickly realised this wasn’t like other organisations they’d worked for. What stood out first was the genuine level of support. From access to a dedicated Welfare and Development Officer to approachable, hands-on senior leaders, SV Care puts staff wellbeing and growth at the heart of everything it does. The Responsible Individual regularly visits the homes, offers guidance, and remains consistently available — creating a culture where staff feel supported, not isolated. Even early on, meaningful conversations about development and progression take place. At SV Care, growth isn’t delayed — it’s encouraged. We actively develop our people because we want today’s Support Workers to become tomorrow’s Deputy and Registered Managers.
It’s this same commitment that drives the care we provide to children and young people. Our teams go above and beyond to build meaningful relationships, understand individual needs, and create safe, positive environments. Whether celebrating achievements, supporting young people through challenges, or offering consistent care during difficult moments, the dedication across our homes is clear.
Now, as our Ofsted-registered children’s residential provision in Colchester continues to grow and develop, we’re looking for experienced Bank Residential Support Workers to join us. This role is ideal for someone with proven experience in residential childcare who can confidently lead teams, manage complex and challenging behaviours, and provide consistent, trauma-informed care to the most vulnerable children who have experienced adverse childhoods.
What You’ll Bring:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care (essential)
- Supervisory experience (essential)
- Leadership, resilience, empathy, and honesty
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A passion for supporting children and young people
What We Offer:
- Free extensive training + Level 4 qualification after probation
- Clear progression to Deputy & Registered Manager roles
- Paid DBS and reference checks
- A supportive, people-focused working environment
- 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Annual pay review
- Employee Assistance Programme, CPD opportunities, and access to Development & Welfare Manager
- Mental Health First Aiders, team building days, Employee of the Month scheme, and company events
- Casual dress, free on-site parking, and Cycle to Work scheme
- Refer a Friend scheme
If you’re looking for a role where you’re valued, supported, and able to make a real difference every day, SV Care could be the right next step for you.
Contract Type: Day shifts, night shifts and sleep-in shifts
We want to ensure that we are an equal opportunities employer, in practice, which is why we want to monitor our recruitment procedures. We have separated the equal opportunities monitoring form from the application form and would be grateful if you would complete it. It will not be part of the selection/interview process.
Bank Residential Support Worker – Colchester employer: Svcare
SV Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and growth of its staff, offering a supportive environment where meaningful development conversations are encouraged from day one. With access to extensive training, clear pathways for progression, and a culture that values teamwork and empathy, employees can thrive while making a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable children. Located in Colchester, our Ofsted-registered residential provision fosters a friendly atmosphere with numerous benefits, including generous annual leave, mental health support, and team-building events, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in childcare.
