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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

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.

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.