Residential Support Worker - Children's Home

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Support Worker

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Location: Nantwich, Cheshire (CW5)

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Salary: £26,000 – £32,916 per annum (DOE & inclusive of sleep‑ins)

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Working Hour: 2 on / 4 off shift pattern

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Number of Sleeps

Required:

Sleep‑in after each shift

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Service: Supported Living / Supported Accommodation

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Service Users: 16–25-year-olds (Care Leavers, EBD, Trauma, Complex Needs)

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Qualifications

Required:

Level 3 Children & Young People (desirable) or willingness to work towards

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Experience in Years

Required:

1 year working with children or young adults (preferred)

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Employment Type: Permanent, Full‑Time

• Location: Nantwich, Cheshire (CW5)
• Type of YPs: Care Leavers, EBD, Trauma, Complex Needs
• Ofsted Rating: 50% of homes rated Outstanding
• Ratio of staff to children: High support presence

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and resilient Support Workers with a genuine passion for supporting young people to develop independence and life skills.

You will:

• Provide day‑to‑day practical and emotional support
• Create a safe, nurturing and supportive living environment
• Encourage engagement in education, training, employment and activities
• Promote independence, motivation and positive decision‑making
• Maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team
• Work flexibly, including weekends and sleep‑ins

Every day will be different, rewarding, and impactful 💙

• A specialist, independent social care provider established in 2006
• Operates residential and supported accommodation services
• Strong reputation for quality with Outstanding Ofsted outcomes
• Values‑driven organisation focused on staff wellbeing and development
• Committed to equal opportunities and inclusive practice

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Progression Opportunity:

• Clear internal development pathways
• Opportunities to progress into senior and management roles

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Qualification Opportunity:

• Funded Level 3 Children & Young People qualifications
• Funded Level 5 Leadership & Management qualifications
• Qualification completion bonuses:
  • £500 (Level 3)
  • £750 (Level 5)

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Benefits Include:

• Pension auto‑enrolment
• Pay Care Scheme (medical cashback)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• Perkbox (high street & online discounts)
• Annual Leave Service Awards (up to 1 extra week)
• Long Service Bonus (£750 after 5 years)
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Free meals on shift
• Paid DBS & update service reimbursement
• Reimbursement of Social Care Wales registration (if applicable)
• New Starter Bonus up to £1,000 (Level 3 qualified applicants)
• Free parking / on‑site parking

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Ethos & Culture:

• Child‑centred and trauma‑informed
• Inclusive, supportive and empowering
• Focused on positive outcomes and independence
• Strong team ethos with ongoing support

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
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• You only have Health Care, NHS, CQC, or Nursery Practitioner experience
• You require sponsorship –
  no sponsorship available

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

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s 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.

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