Cranleigh, Surrey, United Kingdom
£26,950 - £29,880
Permanent
Residential Support Worker
Children’s EBD Home
Location: Cranleigh, Surrey, United Kingdom
Job Overview
We are seeking dedicated Residential Support Workers to join a specialist care team supporting young people with complex learning disabilities, autism, and severe social communication and behavioural needs. This role is based within a children's home.
You will support young people outside of the school day, during weekends, and in school holidays, helping them develop the life skills needed for adulthood. No prior experience is necessary, as full training, mentoring, and a comprehensive induction are provided.
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Salary: £26,951 - £27,976 per year
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Retention Bonus: £1,000 total bonus (£250 after 1 month, £250 after 1 year, and £500 after 18 months).
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Hours: 37 hours per week on a shift pattern, including weekend work and required sleep-in duties (paid at an additional rate).
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Contract: Permanent, Full-time.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
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Holistic Support: Support young people within their residential houses, assisting with personal care, meal preparation, shopping, and money handling.
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Activity Coordination: Accompany young people on exciting off-site activities and trips to beaches, safari parks, adventure parks, and inclusive cycling sessions.
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Progress Monitoring: Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to assess and monitor the progress of each student.
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Physical Intervention: Provide safe and effective physical intervention when necessary, following professional training.
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Mentoring: Build trusting relationships with vulnerable young people, offering clear boundaries and choices to help them thrive.
Required Skills and Qualities
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Personal Attributes: We are looking for individuals with empathy, enthusiasm, compassion, and the drive to make a real difference.
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Resilience: You must possess high levels of mental, physical, and emotional resilience to meet the challenges of the role.
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Commitment: Willingness to provide personal care (after full training) to ensure young people remain clean and comfortable.
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Training: You must be prepared to complete Team Teach positive behaviour support training as part of a week-long induction.
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Transport: Own transport is highly desirable due to the beautiful but semi-rural location.
Career Progression and Benefits
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Fast-Track Growth: Automatic progression to Senior Residential Education Worker after 2 years of service and completion of the QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (salary increases to £28,232 - £29,881).
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Health & Insurance: Life Insurance, Medical Cash Plan (starting after 1 month), and access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Service for you and your family.
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Professional Development: Personalised approach to CPD with training courses fully paid for by the Trust and regular 1:1 management support.
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On-Site Perks: Meals supplied while on shift and ample free on-site parking.
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Wellness: Discounted fitness classes and access to a team of Mental Health First Aiders and Occupational Health support.
Residential Support Worker
Children’s EBD Home
Location: Cranleigh, Surrey, United Kingdom
Job Overview
We are seeking dedicated Residential Support Workers to join a specialist care team supporting young people with complex learning disabilities, autism, and severe social communication and behavioural needs. This role is based within a children's home.
You will support young people outside of the school day, during weekends, and in school holidays, helping them develop the life skills needed for adulthood. No prior experience is necessary, as full training, mentoring, and a comprehensive induction are provided.
-
Salary: £26,951 - £27,976 per year
-
Retention Bonus: £1,000 total bonus (£250 after 1 month, £250 after 1 year, and £500 after 18 months).
-
Hours: 37 hours per week on a shift pattern, including weekend work and required sleep-in duties (paid at an additional rate).
-
Contract: Permanent, Full-time.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
-
Holistic Support: Support young people within their residential houses, assisting with personal care, meal preparation, shopping, and money handling.
-
Activity Coordination: Accompany young people on exciting off-site activities and trips to beaches, safari parks, adventure parks, and inclusive cycling sessions.
-
Progress Monitoring: Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to assess and monitor the progress of each student.
-
Physical Intervention: Provide safe and effective physical intervention when necessary, following professional training.
-
Mentoring: Build trusting relationships with vulnerable young people, offering clear boundaries and choices to help them thrive.
Required Skills and Qualities
-
Personal Attributes: We are looking for individuals with empathy, enthusiasm, compassion, and the drive to make a real difference.
-
Resilience: You must possess high levels of mental, physical, and emotional resilience to meet the challenges of the role.
-
Commitment: Willingness to provide personal care (after full training) to ensure young people remain clean and comfortable.
-
Training: You must be prepared to complete Team Teach positive behaviour support training as part of a week-long induction.
-
Transport: Own transport is highly desirable due to the beautiful but semi-rural location.
Career Progression and Benefits
-
Fast-Track Growth: Automatic progression to Senior Residential Education Worker after 2 years of service and completion of the QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare (salary increases to £28,232 - £29,881).
-
Health & Insurance: Life Insurance, Medical Cash Plan (starting after 1 month), and access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Service for you and your family.
-
Professional Development: Personalised approach to CPD with training courses fully paid for by the Trust and regular 1:1 management support.
-
On-Site Perks: Meals supplied while on shift and ample free on-site parking.
-
Wellness: Discounted fitness classes and access to a team of Mental Health First Aiders and Occupational Health support.
