Job Description

Job Title:

Residential Support Worker

Location:

Wakefield

(services also across Pontefract, Wakefield, Eggborough & Barnsley)

Salary:

Unqualified:

25,755.60 base | up to

31,155.60

including sleep-ins

Qualified (Level 3 or equivalent):

26,303.16 base | up to

31,703.16

including sleep-ins
+

Working Hour:

39 hours per week

Hourly Rate:

N/A - salaried role

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Number of Sleeps Required:

8-10 per month (average)

Pay Per Sleep:

45 per sleep-in

Service:

Children's Home

Service Users:

YPs aged 8-18 | EBD, Trauma, Emotional & Behavioural Needs

Qualifications Required:

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - desirable

Full UK Driving Licence (essential)

Experience in Years Required:

Experience preferred but not essential - full training provided

Employment Type:

Permanent, Full-Time

Sponsorship is not available

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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

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Do not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:

You do not hold a

Full UK Driving Licence

and do not have access to a car You only hold a

Level 3 in Health & Social Care

- this is

not deemed equivalent

Candidates with only

Healthcare, NHS, CQC, or Nursery Practitioner

qualifications will

not

be considered You require sponsorship -

no sponsorship available

Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.

The Home:

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Number of Beds:

Various homes across the region

Location:

Wakefield & surrounding areas

Type of YPs:

EBD, Trauma, Emotional & Behavioural Needs

Ofsted Rating:

Good & Outstanding across services

Ratio of staff to children:

High staff-to-child ratio

Who we are looking for...

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Caring, enthusiastic, and resilient individuals who want to make a

real difference

in the lives of children and young people. You will help create a

safe, stable, and nurturing environment

, supporting young people to build emotional resilience and achieve positive outcomes.


You will:


Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young people Build positive, trusting relationships Support education, hobbies, and personal development Take part in activities and day-to-day care Complete sleep-in duties as part of a rota Contribute to a warm, inclusive, and homely environment

Who you will be working for...

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Large, well-established children's services provider

Multiple residential homes across Yorkshire

Strong progression pathways from Support Worker to Management

Future plans:

Continued growth and service development

Other services:

Children's residential care and specialist support services

Why this Home & Company...

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Progression Opportunity:

Clear career pathways - many senior leaders started as Support Workers

Qualification Opportunity:

Fully funded

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 4 Apprenticeship

opportunities

Benefits:

45 per sleep-in (8-10 per month)

500 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Pension scheme Employee discounts at

700+ retailers

Childcare voucher scheme Meals included on shift Holiday pay

Ethos:

Relationship-based, child-centred care Focus on emotional resilience and positive outcomes

Culture:

Supportive, inclusive, and values-led Strong emphasis on training, wellbeing, and development

How to Apply:

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If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join a professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.


To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact us at:

job@sgscare.co.uk