Job Title
Residential Support Worker
Location
Kidlington, Oxfordshire, South East England / Oxfordshire / OX5 Postcode Area
Salary
£31,493 to £34,495 (Inclusive of sleep-ins)
Employment Type
Full-time, Permanent
Job Description
Our client, a leading provider of residential childcare services, is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join their team near Kidlington, Oxfordshire. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, helping children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing compassionate care and support to children aged 8-18 in a residential setting.
- Working on a rota with shifts including long days and sleep-ins, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people.
- Building trusting relationships and promoting positive behaviour through engaging activities and support.
- Collaborating with the team and managers to deliver high standards of care and support tailored to individual needs.
Requirements & Qualifications
- No specific qualifications are required; however, a passion for caring and supporting young people is essential.
- Experience working with children or in a care environment is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Full UK Driving Licence is required to support transport needs.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, with an enhanced DBS check.
Benefits & Work Environment
- Sleep-in allowance of approximately £3,000 - £6,000 annually, with around 6-8 sleep-ins per month.
- 28 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
- Fully funded training and vocational qualifications to support career development.
- Enrolment into the Pension Scheme and life assurance.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, plus access to discounts at cinemas, restaurants, and retail outlets.
- Paid for enhanced DBS check.
- Supportive team environment committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunities employer, making decisions based on merit alone.
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