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Children's Support Worker - Weekends

Join Nurse Plus as a Children's Support Worker - Make a difference everday

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a temporary Support Worker, you ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn from £16.00 per hour paid weekly, depending on shift pattern (higher rates apply for nights, weekends, and bank holidays).
• Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training: We pay for you to attend our comprehensive, industry-leading training that s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills, whether you re new to care or have years of experience.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities: From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

What You ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Support Worker may include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity, providing the physical and emotional support that they might need to achieve their goals.

What We re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility in your availability, with weekend and afternoon/evening availability
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.
• A full UK driving licence is essential, and we cover full travel expenses up to 45p per mile.

If you re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we d love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn t stop there we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve.

Childrens Residential Support Worker

Main purpose of the role:

The Residential Support Worker plays a vital role in providing safe, nurturing, and child-centred care to children and young people living within our residential homes.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you will support children with a range of complex needs to develop resilience, build positive relationships, and achieve their individual potential. Every interaction is an opportunity to provide stability, encouragement, and positive role modelling.

This is a rewarding but responsible role that requires emotional resilience, compassion, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children.

We welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and those new to residential childcare who demonstrate the values and potential to succeed.

The role includes opportunities to take additional responsibility such as key working, mentoring colleagues, and leading shifts where required to support the effective operation of the home.

This role is suited to both developing and experienced practitioners who are committed to delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes for children.

Our Values and Ways of Working

We expect our team members to act professionally, respectfully, and with integrity at all times, taking responsibility for their practice while supporting colleagues to succeed.

Our staff are approachable, reflective, and take pride in how they represent themselves, the organisation, and the children in our care.

We value dependable individuals who bring consistency, positivity, and accountability to their role. We encourage curiosity, learning, and professional growth, recognising that confident staff create safer environments for children.

We work collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and communicating openly. Trust, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to children underpin everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

Care & Support

• Provide high-quality, child-centred care that promotes safety, stability, and wellbeing.
• Build positive, appropriate relationships with children based on trust, respect, and consistency.
• Support children in their daily routines, including education, activities, health appointments, and life skills development.
• Contribute to creating a warm, welcoming, and nurturing home environment.
• Encourage participation in activities that support social, emotional, and personal development.
• Safeguarding
• Promote a strong safeguarding culture and maintain a protective environment at all times.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to concerns, reporting in line with safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries and act as a positive role model. and support children to feel safe, heard, and valued.

Professional Practice

• Follow care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies consistently.
• Use de-escalation approaches and approved interventions where required.
• Remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Demonstrate emotional resilience and reflective practice.
• Act as a key worker for allocated Children and young people, taking responsibility for care planning, reviews and outcome tracking
• Contribute to placement planning and risk management discussions and support consistency of practice across shifts

Recording & Accountability

• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional records.
• Contribute to care planning and review processes.
• Participate in handovers, team meetings, and supervision
• Take responsibility for quality and accuracy of recordings across shifts when acting as shift lead.

Team Working

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistent care practices.
• Communicate effectively and share relevant information.
• Take direction from Team leaders, managers while using initiative appropriately.
• Lead shifts when required, ensuring safe staffing levels and effective handover
• Provide guidance and informal mentoring to new or less experienced staff and support induction of new team members

Partnership Working

Engage respectfully with families, social workers, education staff, and other professionals.

Support children to maintain important relationships where appropriate.

Development

Undertake mandatory training and actively engage in ongoing professional development.

Work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within required timescales if not already achieved.

Other Duties

• Carry out all responsibilities in accordance with organisational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice.
• Fulfil health and safety responsibilities to maintain a safe environment.
• Undertake additional duties reasonably required to support the safe and effective running of the home.

Person Specification

Essiential

Willingness to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within two years of appointment.

Enhanced DBS check valid for working with children and young people

Genuine motivation to work with children and make a positive difference.

Ability to build appropriate relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Ability to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins where required.

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Values-driven with a professional and respectful approach.

Basic understanding of the needs of vulnerable children or a willingness to learn.

Awareness of equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice.

Demonstrates professional, respectful, and accountable behaviour.

Acts with integrity and consistency, even in challenging situations.

Communicates openly and works collaboratively with others.

Shows compassion, patience, and commitment to supporting children.

Takes responsibility for their development and contributes positively to team culture.

Desirable

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

Experience working with children or young people in any setting.

Full UK driving licence.

Experience working within a regulated care environment

Understanding of safeguarding practices

Childrens Residential Support Worker

Main purpose of the role:

The Residential Support Worker plays a vital role in providing safe, nurturing, and child-centred care to children and young people living within our residential homes.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you will support children with a range of complex needs to develop resilience, build positive relationships, and achieve their individual potential. Every interaction is an opportunity to provide stability, encouragement, and positive role modelling.

This is a rewarding but responsible role that requires emotional resilience, compassion, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children.

We welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and those new to residential childcare who demonstrate the values and potential to succeed.

The role includes opportunities to take additional responsibility such as key working, mentoring colleagues, and leading shifts where required to support the effective operation of the home.

This role is suited to both developing and experienced practitioners who are committed to delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes for children.

Our Values and Ways of Working

We expect our team members to act professionally, respectfully, and with integrity at all times, taking responsibility for their practice while supporting colleagues to succeed.

Our staff are approachable, reflective, and take pride in how they represent themselves, the organisation, and the children in our care.

We value dependable individuals who bring consistency, positivity, and accountability to their role. We encourage curiosity, learning, and professional growth, recognising that confident staff create safer environments for children.

We work collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and communicating openly. Trust, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to children underpin everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

Care & Support

• Provide high-quality, child-centred care that promotes safety, stability, and wellbeing.
• Build positive, appropriate relationships with children based on trust, respect, and consistency.
• Support children in their daily routines, including education, activities, health appointments, and life skills development.
• Contribute to creating a warm, welcoming, and nurturing home environment.
• Encourage participation in activities that support social, emotional, and personal development.
• Safeguarding
• Promote a strong safeguarding culture and maintain a protective environment at all times.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to concerns, reporting in line with safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries and act as a positive role model. and support children to feel safe, heard, and valued.

Professional Practice

• Follow care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies consistently.
• Use de-escalation approaches and approved interventions where required.
• Remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Demonstrate emotional resilience and reflective practice.
• Act as a key worker for allocated Children and young people, taking responsibility for care planning, reviews and outcome tracking
• Contribute to placement planning and risk management discussions and support consistency of practice across shifts

Recording & Accountability

• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional records.
• Contribute to care planning and review processes.
• Participate in handovers, team meetings, and supervision
• Take responsibility for quality and accuracy of recordings across shifts when acting as shift lead.

Team Working

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistent care practices.
• Communicate effectively and share relevant information.
• Take direction from Team leaders, managers while using initiative appropriately.
• Lead shifts when required, ensuring safe staffing levels and effective handover
• Provide guidance and informal mentoring to new or less experienced staff and support induction of new team members

Partnership Working

Engage respectfully with families, social workers, education staff, and other professionals.

Support children to maintain important relationships where appropriate.

Development

Undertake mandatory training and actively engage in ongoing professional development.

Work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within required timescales if not already achieved.

Other Duties

• Carry out all responsibilities in accordance with organisational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice.
• Fulfil health and safety responsibilities to maintain a safe environment.
• Undertake additional duties reasonably required to support the safe and effective running of the home.

Person Specification

Essiential

Willingness to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within two years of appointment.

Enhanced DBS check valid for working with children and young people

Genuine motivation to work with children and make a positive difference.

Ability to build appropriate relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Ability to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins where required.

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Values-driven with a professional and respectful approach.

Basic understanding of the needs of vulnerable children or a willingness to learn.

Awareness of equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice.

Demonstrates professional, respectful, and accountable behaviour.

Acts with integrity and consistency, even in challenging situations.

Communicates openly and works collaboratively with others.

Shows compassion, patience, and commitment to supporting children.

Takes responsibility for their development and contributes positively to team culture.

Desirable

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

Experience working with children or young people in any setting.

Full UK driving licence.

Experience working within a regulated care environment

Understanding of safeguarding practices

Childrens Residential Support Worker

Main purpose of the role:

The Residential Support Worker plays a vital role in providing safe, nurturing, and child-centred care to children and young people living within our residential homes.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you will support children with a range of complex needs to develop resilience, build positive relationships, and achieve their individual potential. Every interaction is an opportunity to provide stability, encouragement, and positive role modelling.

This is a rewarding but responsible role that requires emotional resilience, compassion, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children.

We welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and those new to residential childcare who demonstrate the values and potential to succeed.

The role includes opportunities to take additional responsibility such as key working, mentoring colleagues, and leading shifts where required to support the effective operation of the home.

This role is suited to both developing and experienced practitioners who are committed to delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes for children.

Our Values and Ways of Working

We expect our team members to act professionally, respectfully, and with integrity at all times, taking responsibility for their practice while supporting colleagues to succeed.

Our staff are approachable, reflective, and take pride in how they represent themselves, the organisation, and the children in our care.

We value dependable individuals who bring consistency, positivity, and accountability to their role. We encourage curiosity, learning, and professional growth, recognising that confident staff create safer environments for children.

We work collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and communicating openly. Trust, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to children underpin everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

Care & Support

• Provide high-quality, child-centred care that promotes safety, stability, and wellbeing.
• Build positive, appropriate relationships with children based on trust, respect, and consistency.
• Support children in their daily routines, including education, activities, health appointments, and life skills development.
• Contribute to creating a warm, welcoming, and nurturing home environment.
• Encourage participation in activities that support social, emotional, and personal development.
• Safeguarding
• Promote a strong safeguarding culture and maintain a protective environment at all times.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to concerns, reporting in line with safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries and act as a positive role model. and support children to feel safe, heard, and valued.

Professional Practice

• Follow care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies consistently.
• Use de-escalation approaches and approved interventions where required.
• Remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Demonstrate emotional resilience and reflective practice.
• Act as a key worker for allocated Children and young people, taking responsibility for care planning, reviews and outcome tracking
• Contribute to placement planning and risk management discussions and support consistency of practice across shifts

Recording & Accountability

• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional records.
• Contribute to care planning and review processes.
• Participate in handovers, team meetings, and supervision
• Take responsibility for quality and accuracy of recordings across shifts when acting as shift lead.

Team Working

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistent care practices.
• Communicate effectively and share relevant information.
• Take direction from Team leaders, managers while using initiative appropriately.
• Lead shifts when required, ensuring safe staffing levels and effective handover
• Provide guidance and informal mentoring to new or less experienced staff and support induction of new team members

Partnership Working

Engage respectfully with families, social workers, education staff, and other professionals.

Support children to maintain important relationships where appropriate.

Development

Undertake mandatory training and actively engage in ongoing professional development.

Work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within required timescales if not already achieved.

Other Duties

• Carry out all responsibilities in accordance with organisational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice.
• Fulfil health and safety responsibilities to maintain a safe environment.
• Undertake additional duties reasonably required to support the safe and effective running of the home.

Person Specification

Essiential

Willingness to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within two years of appointment.

Enhanced DBS check valid for working with children and young people

Genuine motivation to work with children and make a positive difference.

Ability to build appropriate relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Ability to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins where required.

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Values-driven with a professional and respectful approach.

Basic understanding of the needs of vulnerable children or a willingness to learn.

Awareness of equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice.

Demonstrates professional, respectful, and accountable behaviour.

Acts with integrity and consistency, even in challenging situations.

Communicates openly and works collaboratively with others.

Shows compassion, patience, and commitment to supporting children.

Takes responsibility for their development and contributes positively to team culture.

Desirable

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

Experience working with children or young people in any setting.

Full UK driving licence.

Experience working within a regulated care environment

Understanding of safeguarding practices

Due to expansion of services Key Care & Support contracts available.

You will need to be

Fully flexible regards your availability

Have excellent communication skills- both verbal and written

Person centred and committed to delivering the highest standard of care and support

Full and part time contracts available

In return we can offer

Guaranteed hours

Continuity of support to people we care for

Competitive rates of pay

Pension contributions

Training and professional development

Join the team and be part of an organisation passionate about contributing to make the best for people with a learning disability and autism to live a quality of life they desire.

We have work opportunities in and around Trafford. These roles are ongoing and regular hours - not 20 minute call- ins. You will be based in one location.

Weekend Support is essential for this role

What you will do

As a Childrens Support Worker you will be expected to provide an outstanding level of support that will help to ensure the people we support live a more comfortable, dignified, liberated and happy life. You will have excellent communication skills and be a naturally caring and patient personality.

Typical responsibilities may include:

• Supporting children in the family home
• Excellent communication skills and relationship building supporting the people we support to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
• Community and social Inclusion supporting children to access and participate in their local community and social events to promote life skills and individuality.
• Personal care helping people to get ready for the day. This may include prompting the people we support to take their medication and assisting with bathing, showering and using the bathroom. Not all Support Worker roles include high levels of personal care.

What you will bring to your role

Duties will vary depending on the personal needs of each person however, as a Children's Support Worker you should have:

• energy and enthusiasm to provide an outstanding level of support including travelling and taking part in activities in the community.
• excellent communication skills which help people understand the world around them and prompts positive relationships.
• a naturally caring and patient personality ensuring the people you support feel liberated, happy, and are treated fairly, with respect and dignity. Responsibilities may include helping people use the bathroom take medication and assist with bathing, although not all Support Worker roles involve personal care duties.
• great organisation skills to keep accurate records, carrying out all recording and reporting in a person-centred, factual manner. Y
• the ability to work safely and ensure contractual and regulatory compliance so our clients and their family can trust, feel safe and have confidence in the support we provide.

In addition, as the role of a Children's Support Worker can be challenging at times, it is essential to have a positive mind-set with a desire to improve the lives of those with a learning disability. You will need to be quick thinking with a positive can-do attitude.

At Key Care & Support, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

More information about the role

We work in partnership with people with a learning disability and/or autism. We do this by providing high quality, flexible services that support people, including young adults and children, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and in the community.

Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and advocate.

You ll make new friends and feel inspired to reach your potential. We will ask a lot of you - but you ll get back so much more. With us, it is never just a job .

In return for your hard work and passion, we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.

What Key Care & Support will give you

As well as knowing that what we do is making a positive difference to people s lives, you will receive fair pay and have access to a wide range of rewards and benefits as one of our employees.

• Real living wage
• 5.6 days holiday inc of bank holidays.
• Pension contributions into NEST Scheme on a salary sacrifice basis meaning NI savings.
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support.
• Quarterly award scheme and recognition at every 5 years through our long service award program.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
• Long service awards.
• Recognition awards for excellence in service delivery.
• Birthday care and gift card

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Childrens Support Worker (Flexible Hours)

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Childrens Support Workers to join our team.

In this role, you will work collaboratively to provide high-quality care and support to young people, promoting their emotional wellbeing and helping them make informed choices about their lives click apply for full job details

Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker

What if your job could change someone's life?

At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.

Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, stability, and someone who believes in them.

Apply once and we'll assess the right level for you.

We recruit for Residential Support Worker opportunities across our homes and will assess your experience, qualifications and skills throughout the recruitment process to ensure you're considered for the most suitable role. Based on your experience and qualifications, this may include opportunities at Residential Support Worker or Senior Residential Support Worker level.

Why Join Us?

When you spend your career changing children's lives, you deserve a company that invests in yours.

That's why we offer:

• Set shift patterns including sleep-ins.
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave.
• Paid Compassionate Leave from day one.
• Enhanced Sick Pay, Maternity Pay and Paternity Pay.
• Medicash healthcare benefits, including dental and optical cashback plus 24/7 GP access.
• Life Assurance worth 2x your annual salary.
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• A dedicated induction and six-month welcome programme.
• Clear opportunities to progress your career with Wilderness Way.
• Discounts across gyms, retail, restaurants and more.
• 1,000 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Company pension scheme.

Your Day-to-Day

No two days are ever the same.

One day you might be helping a young person prepare for school. The next, you'll be supporting an outdoor adventure, teaching life skills, celebrating achievements, cooking a favourite meal, or simply being the trusted adult they need during a difficult moment.

You'll:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Create a safe, structured and nurturing home environment.
• Support children with education, health and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence, confidence and resilience.
• Help children access new experiences and opportunities.
• Support children to express their wishes, feelings and aspirations.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to support emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with Managers, Therapists, Outdoor Specialists and Multi-Disciplinary Teams to help children achieve positive outcomes.

For colleagues appointed at Senior Residential Support Worker level, there will also be opportunities to mentor and support less experienced colleagues, role model best practice and help maintain high standards of care across the home.

What We're Looking For

The most important thing is your ability to lead by example, develop others and create an environment where children can thrive.

You'll also need to:

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals, whether in care, education, youth work, healthcare, support work or a similar environment.
• A positive and resilient approach.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.
• A willingness to work towards a Level 3 qualification if you don't already hold one.
• Be 21 or over (or turning 21 soon) due to requirements within children's residential care.
• Have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and be comfortable driving as part of your role, as you'll help children access the people, opportunities and experiences that matter most to them.

For Experienced Candidates

If you already hold a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and have residential childcare experience, we'll consider you for opportunities that reflect your skills and experience, including Senior Residential Support Worker positions.

Make a Difference Every Day

It's a chance to help children feel safe, valued, understood and excited about their future.

With only 10-11 working days per month, exceptional support from your team, and genuine opportunities to develop your career, you'll have the chance to build a rewarding future while helping young people build theirs.

Apply today and we'll assess the right level for you.

All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening for successful candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.

Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker

What if your job could change someone's life?

At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.

Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, stability, and someone who believes in them.

Apply once and we'll assess the right level for you.

We recruit for Residential Support Worker opportunities across our homes and will assess your experience, qualifications and skills throughout the recruitment process to ensure you're considered for the most suitable role. Based on your experience and qualifications, this may include opportunities at Residential Support Worker or Senior Residential Support Worker level.

Why Join Us?

When you spend your career changing children's lives, you deserve a company that invests in yours.

That's why we offer:

• Set shift patterns including sleep-ins.
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave.
• Paid Compassionate Leave from day one.
• Enhanced Sick Pay, Maternity Pay and Paternity Pay.
• Medicash healthcare benefits, including dental and optical cashback plus 24/7 GP access.
• Life Assurance worth 2x your annual salary.
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• A dedicated induction and six-month welcome programme.
• Clear opportunities to progress your career with Wilderness Way.
• Discounts across gyms, retail, restaurants and more.
• 1,000 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Company pension scheme.

Your Day-to-Day

No two days are ever the same.

One day you might be helping a young person prepare for school. The next, you'll be supporting an outdoor adventure, teaching life skills, celebrating achievements, cooking a favourite meal, or simply being the trusted adult they need during a difficult moment.

You'll:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Create a safe, structured and nurturing home environment.
• Support children with education, health and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence, confidence and resilience.
• Help children access new experiences and opportunities.
• Support children to express their wishes, feelings and aspirations.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to support emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with Managers, Therapists, Outdoor Specialists and Multi-Disciplinary Teams to help children achieve positive outcomes.

For colleagues appointed at Senior Residential Support Worker level, there will also be opportunities to mentor and support less experienced colleagues, role model best practice and help maintain high standards of care across the home.

What We're Looking For

The most important thing is your ability to lead by example, develop others and create an environment where children can thrive.

You'll also need to:

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals, whether in care, education, youth work, healthcare, support work or a similar environment.
• A positive and resilient approach.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.
• A willingness to work towards a Level 3 qualification if you don't already hold one.
• Be 21 or over (or turning 21 soon) due to requirements within children's residential care.
• Have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and be comfortable driving as part of your role, as you'll help children access the people, opportunities and experiences that matter most to them.

For Experienced Candidates

If you already hold a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and have residential childcare experience, we'll consider you for opportunities that reflect your skills and experience, including Senior Residential Support Worker positions.

Make a Difference Every Day

It's a chance to help children feel safe, valued, understood and excited about their future.

With only 10-11 working days per month, exceptional support from your team, and genuine opportunities to develop your career, you'll have the chance to build a rewarding future while helping young people build theirs.

Apply today and we'll assess the right level for you.

All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening for successful candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.

Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker

What if your job could change someone's life?

At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.

Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, stability, and someone who believes in them.

Apply once and we'll assess the right level for you.

We recruit for Residential Support Worker opportunities across our homes and will assess your experience, qualifications and skills throughout the recruitment process to ensure you're considered for the most suitable role. Based on your experience and qualifications, this may include opportunities at Residential Support Worker or Senior Residential Support Worker level.

Why Join Us?

When you spend your career changing children's lives, you deserve a company that invests in yours.

That's why we offer:

• Set shift patterns including sleep-ins.
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave.
• Paid Compassionate Leave from day one.
• Enhanced Sick Pay, Maternity Pay and Paternity Pay.
• Medicash healthcare benefits, including dental and optical cashback plus 24/7 GP access.
• Life Assurance worth 2x your annual salary.
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• A dedicated induction and six-month welcome programme.
• Clear opportunities to progress your career with Wilderness Way.
• Discounts across gyms, retail, restaurants and more.
• 1,000 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Company pension scheme.

Your Day-to-Day

No two days are ever the same.

One day you might be helping a young person prepare for school. The next, you'll be supporting an outdoor adventure, teaching life skills, celebrating achievements, cooking a favourite meal, or simply being the trusted adult they need during a difficult moment.

You'll:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Create a safe, structured and nurturing home environment.
• Support children with education, health and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence, confidence and resilience.
• Help children access new experiences and opportunities.
• Support children to express their wishes, feelings and aspirations.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to support emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with Managers, Therapists, Outdoor Specialists and Multi-Disciplinary Teams to help children achieve positive outcomes.

For colleagues appointed at Senior Residential Support Worker level, there will also be opportunities to mentor and support less experienced colleagues, role model best practice and help maintain high standards of care across the home.

What We're Looking For

The most important thing is your ability to lead by example, develop others and create an environment where children can thrive.

You'll also need to:

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals, whether in care, education, youth work, healthcare, support work or a similar environment.
• A positive and resilient approach.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.
• A willingness to work towards a Level 3 qualification if you don't already hold one.
• Be 21 or over (or turning 21 soon) due to requirements within children's residential care.
• Have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and be comfortable driving as part of your role, as you'll help children access the people, opportunities and experiences that matter most to them.

For Experienced Candidates

If you already hold a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and have residential childcare experience, we'll consider you for opportunities that reflect your skills and experience, including Senior Residential Support Worker positions.

Make a Difference Every Day

It's a chance to help children feel safe, valued, understood and excited about their future.

With only 10-11 working days per month, exceptional support from your team, and genuine opportunities to develop your career, you'll have the chance to build a rewarding future while helping young people build theirs.

Apply today and we'll assess the right level for you.

All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening for successful candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.

Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker

What if your job could change someone's life?

At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.

Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, stability, and someone who believes in them.

Apply once and we'll assess the right level for you.

We recruit for Residential Support Worker opportunities across our homes and will assess your experience, qualifications and skills throughout the recruitment process to ensure you're considered for the most suitable role. Based on your experience and qualifications, this may include opportunities at Residential Support Worker or Senior Residential Support Worker level.

Why Join Us?

When you spend your career changing children's lives, you deserve a company that invests in yours.

That's why we offer:

• Set shift patterns including sleep-ins.
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave.
• Paid Compassionate Leave from day one.
• Enhanced Sick Pay, Maternity Pay and Paternity Pay.
• Medicash healthcare benefits, including dental and optical cashback plus 24/7 GP access.
• Life Assurance worth 2x your annual salary.
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• A dedicated induction and six-month welcome programme.
• Clear opportunities to progress your career with Wilderness Way.
• Discounts across gyms, retail, restaurants and more.
• 1,000 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Company pension scheme.

Your Day-to-Day

No two days are ever the same.

One day you might be helping a young person prepare for school. The next, you'll be supporting an outdoor adventure, teaching life skills, celebrating achievements, cooking a favourite meal, or simply being the trusted adult they need during a difficult moment.

You'll:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Create a safe, structured and nurturing home environment.
• Support children with education, health and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence, confidence and resilience.
• Help children access new experiences and opportunities.
• Support children to express their wishes, feelings and aspirations.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to support emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with Managers, Therapists, Outdoor Specialists and Multi-Disciplinary Teams to help children achieve positive outcomes.

For colleagues appointed at Senior Residential Support Worker level, there will also be opportunities to mentor and support less experienced colleagues, role model best practice and help maintain high standards of care across the home.

What We're Looking For

The most important thing is your ability to lead by example, develop others and create an environment where children can thrive.

You'll also need to:

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals, whether in care, education, youth work, healthcare, support work or a similar environment.
• A positive and resilient approach.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.
• A willingness to work towards a Level 3 qualification if you don't already hold one.
• Be 21 or over (or turning 21 soon) due to requirements within children's residential care.
• Have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and be comfortable driving as part of your role, as you'll help children access the people, opportunities and experiences that matter most to them.

For Experienced Candidates

If you already hold a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and have residential childcare experience, we'll consider you for opportunities that reflect your skills and experience, including Senior Residential Support Worker positions.

Make a Difference Every Day

It's a chance to help children feel safe, valued, understood and excited about their future.

With only 10-11 working days per month, exceptional support from your team, and genuine opportunities to develop your career, you'll have the chance to build a rewarding future while helping young people build theirs.

Apply today and we'll assess the right level for you.

All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening for successful candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.