Residential Support Worker

Job description

About The Role

Ready to take the next step in your career? Person Power is currently seeking dedicated and reliable Residential Support Workers to join a supportive team on a Full Time/ Permanent basis. This role involves providing person-centred support in a Residential Children's Home, working as part of a team to help maintain a safe, supportive, and caring environment that meets both individual and shared needs, while consistently demonstrating a positive and person-centred approach.

Key Responsibilities

Providing day-to-day practical and emotional support
Assisting with daily living activities and routines, no personal care required
Promoting independence, dignity and respect at all times
Supporting with care plans
Working as an effective team member and communicating effectively
Following safeguarding procedures and organisation policies
Requirements Previous experience as a Support Worker or experience with young people
Good communication and teamwork skills
Level 3 or 4 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a related field with Young People is desirable but not essential
A Compassionate and patient approach
Understanding of safeguarding and person-centred support
Full UK Driving License and Right To Work, sponsorship is not provided
If this is of interest, please apply and we will be in contact with you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Colchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English