Support Worker - Residential Childrens Home

Bridgwater/Wellington, United Kingdom | Posted on 02/06/2025

• Salary £12.30 PH (dependent on experience) + Sleep-in allowance
• City Bridgwater/Wellington
• Province Somerset
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code TA1 2DX

Locations:
Bridgwater & Wellington, Somerset

Contract:

Full-Time / Part-Time / Permanent Salary: £12.30 per hour (DOE) + Sleep-in allowance Benefit' s :28 days leave, paid gym membership, health scheme, pension

Help Shape the Future of Our Rebranded Homes

We’re proud to be rebranding our established children’s homes in Somerset—creating nurturing, forward-thinking environments where young people can thrive.

As part of this exciting new chapter, we’re looking for compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Children’s Residential Support Workers . You’ll play a key role in supporting children aged 8–17 with emotional and behavioural needs.

What You’ll Do

• Provide emotional and practical supportto children in care
• Support daily routines: school runs, meals, activities, appointments
• Help young people developlife skillsand promote positive behaviours
• Buildtrusting relationships and act as a positive role model
• Contribute to care planning, record-keeping, and team collaboration
• Ensure the home meets the highest safeguarding standards

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with children/young people (residential or similar preferred)
• Calm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Resilience in managing challenging situations
• Willingness to work shifts (evenings, weekends, sleep-ins)
• Full UK driving licence(highly desirable)
• Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (preferred – training provided)

Join Our Team – Make a Difference Every Day!

We’re not just offering a job—we’re offering a chance to be part of something meaningful. Whether you're looking to start your career or take the next step, we provide the support, training, and opportunities to help you thrive.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay– Including enhancements for sleep-in shifts
• Full Induction & Ongoing Training–
  
  Career development is at the heart of what we do
• Supportive Team Culture– Regular supervision and a collaborative environment
• 28 Days Annual Leave– Including bank holidays
• NEST Pension Contributions– Planning for your future

• Make a Real Impact– Help shape the lives of children and support their journey toward a brighter future
• Be Part of a Rebrand– Join us during an exciting time of growth and transformation
• Supportive Team Culture– Work with passionate, like-minded professionals
• Career Progression– Training, qualifications, and clear paths to senior roles
• Wellbeing Focused– We care about your health and happiness

Hear from Our Team:

“Both Managers are really supportive, and I feel really valued.”

“Getting to go on holiday and do amazing activities with the children is great—especially when they have never had those opportunities before.”

“It's hard not to build relationships with these children. They are so lovely.”

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are fully committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young people. All staff are expected to always uphold our safeguarding policies and procedures.

• All applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check
• We followsafer recruitment practices in line with national guidance
• Ongoingsafeguarding training and supervision are provided
• We promote a culture oftransparency, accountability, and child-centred care.
• All applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check.