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Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Location: Blackwood

Hours: Full-time (39 hours)

Salary: 12.60 - 13.20 per hour PLUS additional sleep in rate 62.64 each

Full UK Driving Licence Required


About Us: Join a spirited team at Keys Group dedicated to nurturing and empowering children in our vibrant residential facility. We're on a mission to create a safe haven where every child's potential shines bright.


: We're on the lookout for a dynamic and caring Children's Residential Support Worker to join our squad! In this role, you'll be the beacon of hope, providing unwavering support to our young champions. Get ready to make a real difference in the lives of children who need it most.

Requirements:

Passion for making a difference in the lives of children. Knowledge of child development and trauma-informed care practices. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Full UK driver's license and access to own transport Previous experience in a residential care setting or similar environment (Preferred).

Responsibilities:

Be part of a caring team that provides a safe and loving home for children and young people, led and supported by a registered manager. Forge bonds fostering trust and belonging. Lead activities that fuel growth. Monitor progress and well-being, reporting any concerns promptly. Maintain safety and cleanliness standards at all times. Act as a positive role model to give encouragement and praise. Enjoy fun days out such as swimming, go karting, skating and revisit missed milestones. Provide emotional and physical support to allow the children to reach their full potential in sometimes challenging situations Build friendships and trusting relationships Help them to find pleasure in everyday tasks Empower them to make decisions about themselves

Why join us:

Annual leave - 5.6 weeks holiday per year DBS Check - we cover the cost of your DBS check and further renewals Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance - via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone NEST Pension Scheme Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay Qualifications - we can support you to obtain a range of QCF's opening up further career opportunities Staff Referral Scheme - earn up to a generous 500 for referring a friend to join our team at accomplish Induction- We pay for you to attend our comprehensive induction and on-going training Enhanced Pay Scales: Be recognised and paid for both qualifications and experience Discounts at Highstreet retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car - available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee

Keys Group's EPIC values are simple, clear and powerful.


Excellence - Accountable and intent to achieve the best in all that we do. Challenging ourselves to the highest standard of learning, development and performance.


Passion - Committed and ambitious in heart and mind. Delivering the best outcomes for the people we support.


Integrity - Working honestly and transparently. Sharing our results and learnings.


Caring - Showing compassion and empathy. Placing the people we support at the center of all we do and taking their feelings and wishes into account.


Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant




Keys Group



Salary From 12.60 per hour plus additional sleep in 62.64 each


Frequency Hourly


Job Reference Keysgroup/TP/152352/5148


Contract Type Full Time


Closing Date No Expiry Date


Job Category Care and Support


Business Unit Children's Residential


Location Blackwood, United Kingdom


Posted on 24 September, 2025