Job Description

Location:

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Salary:

30,000 - 35,605 per annum (inclusive of sleep-in payments)

Hourly Rate:

13.50 - 15.00 per hour (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Contract Type:

Full-Time only

Reports To:

Registered Manager

Important Information - Please Read Before Applying

We will only consider applications from individuals who meet the minimum criteria outlined below.

Essential Experience

Minimum of 12 months' experience

working in a

registered children's residential care setting

, or an equivalent child-focused role (see below). Demonstrable experience supporting children and young people with

Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

and/or

mental health needs

.

Equivalent Roles Considered

We will also consider applicants with relevant experience in the following roles:

Youth Workers Behaviour Mentors Teaching Assistants (particularly those with experience in

SEN

or

Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)

settings)

Please Note:

Experience

solely within adult care

or

unregulated children's settings

will

not be accepted

. This position is

full-time only

. Do not apply unless you are willing to commit to full-time work.

Additional Requirements

Full legal right to work in the UK

- we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future*.
Enhanced DBS check (including barred list) will be required prior to appointment. Suitable professional references and original qualification certificates must be provided.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application

via Indeed

and send the following details to

hr@prosperitycaregroup.co.uk

:

Full Name Registered Email Address Mobile Number
Shortlisted applicants will receive an application form which

must be completed in full

.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Career Progression

At

Prosperity Care Group

, we are committed to developing our team.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to

progress into Senior Support Worker or Team Leader positions

, subject to performance, experience, and readiness to take on additional responsibilities.

Job Summary

As a

Residential Support Worker

, you will play a vital role in

safeguarding and supporting children and young people

in our

Ofsted-registered home

.
You will help to create a

safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment

that promotes

personal growth, independence, and emotional resilience

for each young person in your care.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Care:

Provide consistent, high-quality support, including personal care, education, emotional support, and leisure activities.

Safeguarding:

Identify, respond to, and report safeguarding concerns in line with Prosperity Care Group's policies and the

Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015

.

Relationship Building:

Establish and maintain positive, trusting, and professional relationships with children and young people.

Care Planning:

Contribute to the creation, delivery, and review of individual care plans and risk assessments.

Behaviour Support:

Manage challenging behaviour using

trauma-informed, child-centred, and non-punitive approaches

.

Collaboration:

Work effectively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for young people.

Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and timely records to meet safeguarding and regulatory requirements.

Home Environment:

Support the maintenance of a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment, including domestic duties and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Shift Work:

Work on a rolling rota, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and up to

2-3 sleep-in shifts per week

.

Training & Development:

Fully engage with mandatory and ongoing professional training opportunities.

Person SpecificationEssential

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England)

or willingness to achieve this within

2 years of appointment

. Minimum of

12 months' experience

supporting children or young people with

complex needs

, including EBD, trauma, or mental health challenges. Strong knowledge of

safeguarding and child protection legislation

. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable

Previous experience within a

registered children's home

or therapeutic residential setting. Valid

First Aid Certificate

. Full

UK driving licence

.

Key Attributes & Values

Empathy & Compassion:

A genuine passion for improving the lives of vulnerable children using a trauma-informed approach.

Resilience:

Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.

Flexibility:

Adaptability to meet the changing needs of the children and the service.

Professionalism:

Consistently maintaining boundaries, confidentiality, and discretion.

Teamwork:

A collaborative, supportive approach to working within a team.

Child-Centred Practice:

Commitment to placing the welfare and rights of children at the heart of everything you do.

Legal & Compliance Requirements

Enhanced DBS Check

(including barred list). Professional references and proof of right to work in the UK. Completion of a

suitability declaration

before appointment. Full compliance with safeguarding, data protection, and confidentiality requirements, including the

Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015

,

Data Protection Act 2018

, and

GDPR

.

Policies & Compliance

All employees must:

Follow

Prosperity Care Group's Code of Conduct

, Equality & Diversity Policy, and Health & Safety Policy. Comply with the Staff Handbook, including policies on grievance, discipline, confidentiality, and infection control. Be familiar with policies regarding stress management, social media usage, and acceptable technology practices. Commit to

continuous professional development

and reflective practice.

Safeguarding Commitment

Prosperity Care Group is fully committed to

safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

.
We expect all staff to share this commitment and to participate in

mandatory safeguarding training

and

safer recruitment practices

, as required by Ofsted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: 30,000.00-35,605.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Application question(s):

This position is offered on a full-time basis only. Are you able to commit to working full-time hours as required by the role? Do you have (or are you currently working towards) a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)? Do you have the full legal right to work in the UK without the need for visa sponsorship? Please note, we are not offering sponsorships at this time. Do you have at least 6 months of full-time experience working in a registered children's residential care setting or similar child-focused setting in the United Kingdom? Have you supported children or young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and/or mental health needs in a residential or specialist education setting or other?
Experience:

Children's Home or Similar Children's Setting (NOT ADULTS): 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person