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Job Title:
Residential Support Worker – Children’s Services

Location:
Fawley

Salary:
£28,000 – £30,000 + sleep-ins

Contract Type:
Full time – (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Bank Holidays)

Requirements

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Must have the right to live and work in the UK

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Must be able to work long shifts, including evenings and weekends

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Previous experience working with children or in a residential care setting is desirable

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Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already held)

About the role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in providing consistent, high-quality care in a children’s residential setting. You’ll help create a safe, stable, and supportive home environment that enables young people to thrive emotionally, socially, and practically.

Key responsibilities include:

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Supporting children with daily routines such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care

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Building positive relationships and acting as a key worker

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Encouraging engagement in education, activities, and community life

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Attending appointments and supporting young people in developing independence

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Managing challenging behaviours and responding effectively in crisis situations (training provided)

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Promoting safeguarding and emotional wellbeing at all times

Benefits

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Overtime opportunities

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Sleep-in shifts paid additionally

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Company pension scheme

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Regular training and supervision

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Career development and progression opportunities

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A supportive, values-driven work environment

Skills

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6–12 months’ experience in a care environment (children or adults)

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Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles

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Strong written and verbal communication skills

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Empathetic, resilient, and trustworthy

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Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently

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Comfortable using computers and recording systems

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Willing to actively participate in activities with children in and outside the home