Residential Support Worker (RSW) – Children's Residential Home (EBD) in Pulborough

Residential Support Worker (RSW) – Children's Residential Home (EBD) Location: Pulborough, West Sussex Salary: From £14.45 per hour Additional Earnings: £3,000–£6,000 per annum through sleep-ins (£62.64 per sleep-in) Hours: 39 hours per week, full-time, permanent Shift Pattern: Long days, weekends and sleep-ins Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence Essential Residential Support Worker (RSW) – The Opportunity Are you a compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker (RSW) looking to make a genuine difference in children's lives? We are recruiting Residential Support Workers (RSWs) to join an established, 5-bed children's residential home in Pulborough, rated Outstanding in its last two Ofsted inspections. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly experienced, supportive team caring for young females aged 11–18 who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect and emotional or behavioural difficulties (EBD). As a Residential Support Worker (RSW), you will help young people build confidence, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes. You will benefit from the guidance of a long-standing Registered Manager and access to specialist support, including clinical psychology, therapeutic services and professionals experienced in safeguarding, exploitation and complex behaviours. Residential Support Worker (RSW) - Key Responsibilities * Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people. * Provide emotional and practical support in a safe, nurturing home. * Support education, activities, appointments and daily routines. * Help young people develop independence and essential life skills. * Manage challenging situations calmly using trauma-informed approaches. * Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour. * Support household responsibilities, including cooking and maintaining a welcoming home. * Work collaboratively with colleagues and specialist professionals. Residential Support Worker (RSW) - Requirements We are looking for a Residential Support Worker (RSW) who has: * A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people. * A caring, resilient and patient approach. * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. * Experience in care, education, youth work or a similar setting (advantageous). * The ability to remain calm in challenging situations. * A full UK driving licence (essential). * Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and sleep-ins. Residential Support Worker (RSW) – Salary & Benefits * £14.45 per hour plus £3,000–£6,000 annually in sleep-in payments. * Fully funded training and recognised qualifications. * Excellent career progression opportunities. * Comprehensive induction and ongoing support. * Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits. * Pension scheme and life assurance. * Employee wellbeing and counselling services. * 28 days' annual leave. * Staff referral bonus scheme. * Employee discounts and Blue Light Card benefits. * Enhanced DBS check funded by the employer. Ready to make a difference? Apply today! Recruitment Disclaimer YourRecruit Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy. Employment is subject to safer recruitment checks, satisfactory references, right-to-work verification and an enhanced DBS check. We are committed to safeguarding and equal opportunities. Important Information Apply: Please submit an up-to-date CV. All appointments are subject to relevant safer recruitment checks, including Enhanced DBS where required. Right to Work: Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is unavailable. Referrals: We offer a paid referral scheme, so get in touch if you know someone suitable. Applications: If you have not heard from us within 7 days, you have not been shortlisted for this vacancy. We may consider you for other suitable roles. Equality & Safeguarding: YourRecruit Ltd is committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion. Stay Safe: Visit JobsAware for advice on avoiding recruitment scams