Residential Support Worker

Job description

Residential Support Worker
Location: Rochester, Kent
Salary: £35,360 per annum (inclusive of up to 8 sleep-ins per month)
Driving Licence Required
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential?
We are looking for caring, resilient and dedicated Residential Support Workers to join our growing organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive team that is committed to helping vulnerable children and young people achieve positive outcomes and build brighter futures.
As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing and structured environment where young people can develop confidence, resilience, independence and essential life skills. You will support them to engage in education, leisure activities, personal development opportunities and everyday experiences that help them reach their full potential.
Salary & Benefits
Salary is £35,360 per annum and includes up to 8 sleep-ins per month. If fewer than 8 sleep-ins are available, your salary will not be reduced. Additional sleep-ins are paid at £50 per sleep-in and any hours worked above your contracted monthly hours will be paid at your standard hourly rate.
We also offer flexible working patterns, enhanced maternity and paternity packages, a Staff Loyalty Scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, a Refer-a-Friend Scheme paying up to £2,000, 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, a funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, ongoing training and excellent career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver high standards of care, support and safeguarding for children and young people.
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Build positive and trusting relationships that promote confidence, resilience and independence.
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Support young people to engage in education, activities, training and personal development opportunities.
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Manage challenging behaviours in a calm, therapeutic and professional manner.
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Maintain accurate records, reports and daily documentation.
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Work in partnership with colleagues, families and external professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to work shifts, weekends and sleep-ins as part of a rota. Previous experience within children's residential care is desirable, along with an understanding of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
Candidates should either hold, or be willing to work towards, a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. We are looking for individuals with excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
About Us
We are committed to providing high-quality residential care and suppo...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Rochester

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