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Children's Residential Support Worker

Capenhurst

£13.50 - £14.00 per hour + sleep-in payments + bonuses

Full-Time | Permanent

Make a Real Difference in a Unique Therapeutic Children's Home

Are you looking for more than just a job?

Embrace Care is opening a brand-new therapeutic children's home in a beautiful farmhouse setting just outside Chester. Join the team from day one and help build a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive.

We provide therapeutic residential care for children with emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. We're looking for compassionate, resilient people who want to make a positive impact and support young people to achieve their potential.

Whether you already have residential childcare experience or are ready to build a rewarding career in the sector, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping children feel safe, supported and valued every day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating a warm, stable and nurturing home environment
• Supporting children with daily routines, education and life skills
• Building positive and trusting relationships
• Managing challenging behaviours using therapeutic approaches
• Encouraging independence, confidence and personal development
• Working closely with colleagues, families and external professionals
• Completing accurate records and reports
• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times

No two days are the same, but every day offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference.

Why Join Embrace Care?

We believe that great care starts with great people. That's why we invest heavily in our teams and provide clear opportunities for progression.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 - £14.00 per hour
• Paid sleep-in shifts (£70.00 per sleep in)
• Performance-related bonuses
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if required)
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Ongoing therapeutic and specialist training
• Clear progression opportunities into Senior and Leadership positions
• Health and wellbeing support programme
• Private medical insurance
• Private dental insurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Referral bonus scheme
• On-site parking
• Employee discounts including discounted stays at our Chester and Preston hotels (subject to availability)
• Company events and recognition programmes

Many of our managers started their careers as Residential Support Workers.

About You

• We're looking for individuals who are:
• Passionate about improving children's lives
• Emotionally resilient and able to remain calm under pressure
• Patient, caring and consistent in their approach
• Confident managing challenging behaviours safely
• Professional, reliable and committed to safeguarding
• Looking for a long-term career rather than simply a job
• Essential Requirements
• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
• Full UK Driving Licence (held for at least 12 months)
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins
• Commitment to completing relevant qualifications and training

Safeguarding

Embrace Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, references and safer recruitment procedures.

Ready to Start a Career That Truly Matters?

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact while developing your career within a supportive and growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of something special from day one.

Pay: £13.50-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Do you require new sponsorship to work in the UK?
• If you already have a visa please state visa type and expiry date.

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person