Job Description

Children's Residential Support Worker

Location

: Minsterley

Salary

: Up to 32,617.00 per annum

Hours:

Full-time, permanent (37.5 hours/week)

Shift Pattern:

Flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and an average of two sleep-ins per week (included in salary)

Sleep-In Rate:

55 per sleep-in (included in total salary package)

Voluntary Overtime Available

Make a Difference Every Day with Your Chapter

At Your Chapter, we are a specialist provider of residential care and education, committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable children and young people who have experienced complex trauma and abuse.

As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you'll be part of a passionate and dedicated team working together to provide stability, support, and inspiration to young people when they need it most.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Residential Support Worker, your role will include:

Supporting daily routines

: Supporting children with personal care, meal preparation, and daily activities to help them develop independence

Educational support

: Encouraging and supporting children in their learning journey, assisting with homework, and helping them develop new skills

Leading recreational activities

: Organising and leading recreational activities, including fun events and holidays, to increase engagement and enhance well-being.

Emotional support

: Providing guidance, care, and person-centered support to help children navigate difficult moments

Documentation

: Completing care plans, reports, and maintaining accurate records.

Maintaining a safe environment

: Ensuring the home is clean, secure, and well-organised

Team collaboration

: Working closely with colleagues to create a positive, nurturing environment
Every day is unique, with opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of the children you care for.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are:

Caring and Compassionate

: A genuine passion for making a positive impact on vulnerable children's lives

Resilient

: Able to handle emotionally demanding situations and provide stability to children in need

Team-Oriented

: Comfortable working as part of a collaborative and supportive team

Communicative

: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with children, colleagues, and external partners

Motivated

: Committed to providing high-quality care and working toward the best outcomes for children and young people

Flexible

: Willing to work shifts that include evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
Previous experience in residential care is preferred but not essential--we provide full training to support your success in the role.

What We Offer

Award-Winning Provider

: Join an organisation that's recognised for excellence in the sector (check out our social media for photos and updates!)

Comprehensive Training

: Access to continuous professional development and the opportunity to grow through our Leadership Development Programme

Health and Wellbeing Support

: Benefit from our Simply Health cashback scheme for dental, optical, and health services

Employee Assistance Programme

: Confidential support for personal and work-related issues

Holidays

: 28 days (inclusive of bank holidays)

Length of Service Award

: Celebrate your milestones with us

Refer a Friend Scheme

: Earn up to 1,000 for referring a colleague
If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to take the next step in your career,

apply now

! We'd be happy to arrange a phone call to discuss the role in more detail.

We can't wait to hear from you!

Learn more about us:

Check out our website to learn more about our amazing team:

Your Chapter - Changing children's life stories

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities and fostering a diverse, inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and treated with dignity and respect.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,862.00-32,617.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

12 hour shift Day shift Night shift Overtime Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Hold a Full UK Driving Licence
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person