Support Worker

Job description

Support Worker
Company: Apple Orchard
Location: Horsham, West Sussex
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Specific Hours: 40 hours per week - shift pattern
Salary: Up to £32,623.97, inclusive of sleep-in shifts

What We Offer:

Competitive salary of up to £32,623.97 inclusive of sleep-in allowances (£35 per night, typically one per week)

A healthy work-life balance, including every other weekend off

Full induction, ongoing training, regular supervision and a fully funded Level 3 qualification

Company pension

Access to employee discount and wellbeing programmes

Clear career progression, including routes into senior and leadership roles

Supportive managers, experienced colleagues and a team culture where you will not be expected to learn alone

Apple Orchard provides high-quality residential care across five children's homes in Surrey and West Sussex. We support boys aged 12-18 in calm, therapeutic settings where they can feel safe, valued and understood.

Joining our team means becoming part of a caring and professional environment where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. You'll support young people who have experienced trauma and adversity, helping them build confidence, develop life skills and achieve their potential. Whether you're guiding a young person through a difficult day or celebrating a personal milestone, your support can have a lasting impact.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is caring, resilient and committed to making a lasting difference. You do not need to have worked in residential childcare before. If you bring the right values, attitude and willingness to learn, we will provide a full induction, hands-on support, ongoing training and the development you need to build confidence and succeed in the role.

What You'll Do:

Create a safe, nurturing and supportive home environment where children feel valued

Support daily routines, education, hobbies and activities that build confidence and life skills

Build stable, trusting relationships and be a consistent, positive role model

Use calm, therapeutic and consistent approaches to support children through difficult moments

Keep clear and accurate records of progress, behaviour, achievements and important information

Work closely with colleagues, managers, families, local authorities and other professionals to maintain high standards of care

What We're Looking For:

Essential:

A genuine passion for making a positive difference in children's lives

A caring, resilient and patient approach, with the ability to stay ...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Horsham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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