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Support Worker – Children's Residential Care

  • Posted date 23 May 2025
  • LocationHertfordshire
  • Job-type Contract
  • Discipline
  • ReferenceJ17597
  • Expiry date: 22 June 2025

Salary: £26,700 - £28,100 + £3,000-£9,000 (sleep-in allowance)
Contract Type: Full-time (39 hours/week)
Location: Buntingford, Hertfordshire
Shift Pattern: 08:00-22:00 (includes sleep-ins)

Essential Requirements:

  • Full UK driving license (must have access to a vehicle).
  • No prior experience needed (full training provided).
  • Caring, resilient attitude with ability to build trusting relationships.

 

Role Overview

  • Provide therapeutic care for children with emotional/behavioral needs in a home setting.
  • Act as a positive role model, supporting daily living skills and social activities (e.g., sports, gaming).
  • Participate in sleep-in shifts (additional earnings up to £9k/year).

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Create a safe, nurturing environment.
  • Encourage independence and confidence through hobbies/activities.
  • Assist with household tasks (cooking, cleaning).
  • Collaborate with teams to deliver trauma-informed care.

 

Benefits

  • Funded qualifications (career progression to management).
  • 28 days’ leave, pension, free meals, wellbeing support.
  • Blue Light Card discounts + referral bonuses.