Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
£31473 - £34475
Permanent
Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14
Salary: £31,473 - £34,475 per annum (inclusive of sleeps)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Description
Children's Residential Support Worker opportunities are available in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, within a supportive children’s residential setting. This role is ideal for someone who wants to help young people build confidence, stability, and independence through consistent, trauma-informed care.
Key Responsibilities
As a Children's Residential Support Worker based in Wisbech, your daily duties will include:
- Supporting children and young people with day-to-day routines, structure, and meaningful activities, promoting independence and wellbeing
- Building positive, professional relationships and offering emotional and practical support, including during periods of distress or challenging behaviour
- Following care plans and safeguarding procedures, keeping accurate notes, and working closely with senior staff to maintain a safe, nurturing environment
Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful as a Children's Residential Support Worker, you will need:
- A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
- Professional or personal experience in a care/support setting (children’s residential experience is beneficial but not essential)
- Enhanced DBS Check (or willingness to obtain) and Right to Work in the UK
- Full UK Driving Licence (essential) and 21+ due to the nature of the service
- Confidence working a rota including 14-hour day shifts and sleep-ins, within a 3-week rolling rota
Benefits & Work Environment
- £31,473 - £34,475 per annum (inclusive of sleeps), with opportunities to maximise earnings through rota patterns
- Free meals on shift and a casual dress code
- Company pension and discount schemes (shopping, restaurants, cinemas)
- Comprehensive training and CPD, including planned ongoing face-to-face development
- Enhanced DBS cost coverage and clear progression opportunities within a stable team environment
If you are a qualified Children's Residential Support Worker looking for an exciting new role in Wisbech, apply today!
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