Residential Support Worker: Sponsorship Available

At our organisation, we are fully committed to supporting your personal and professional growth. Through our structured pay scales and transparent career progression paths, we provide extensive training and invaluable experience, opening doors to positions such as Senior Residential Support Worker, Deputy Manager, and even Residential Manager. We genuinely understand that your growth, satisfaction, and well-being are paramount in delivering exceptional care to children.

Unity Residential Care is a haven where we embrace and accept children for who they are, free from judgment. Our approach is rooted in fostering self-esteem and self-acceptance. By joining our team, you will play a pivotal role inguiding these young individuals on their transformative journey into adulthood.

Together, let us make an enduring impact on the lives of children, cultivating a nurturing environment where they can thrive and flourish.

Why Join Unity Residential Care?

• We pay more than the going rate plus £50 for each sleep-in.
• Given the opportunity to obtain your Level 5 certification by being enrolled in our map to manage training programme. This will pave the way for you to advance to a management position.
• You’ll have an excellent work-life balance that comes with flexible work schedules.
• Recommend a full-time employee and you can earn up to £300 with a refferal scheme.
• You’ll get a £125 bonus if your home gets a Good rating from Ofsted and a £250 bonus if it gets an Outstanding rating.
• You’ll get a service award of £200 after two years, £500 after five, and £1000 after ten years.
• Gain access to our platform that provides support for health and wellbeing.

What will I do as a Residential Support Worker?

• You will help to care for our children and young people by using your expertise and talents, which you will further develop with our assistance and training.
• You will build strong bonds with the kids, attending to their needs and making sure they’re safe at all times.
• You will establish both limits and expectations for the young people, as wellas construct timelines for them. Having the ability to be consistent and organised is essential.
• You will come into contact with a wide range of children and young people, some of whom could need a significant amount of adult supervision and assistance.
• Complete duties on Mentor (training will be provided), as well as to ensure that daily logs and handover are completed.
• Maintain the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes.
• Taking care of the practical aspects of childcare, such as preparing meals, cleaning, and doing regular upkeep around the house.
• Performing administrative tasks and maintaining records in connection with essential working duties and the day-to-day operations of the home as directed by your line manager.
• Taking responsibility for the maintenance of the company with respect to health and safety and primary care concerns, as well as making independent judgements about the requests and behaviours of specific young people whilst on shift.

Applicant requirements

• In line with OFSTED regulations, staff members MUST be at least 20 years old
• Able to work in the UK and can show documents
• Children and young people’s workforce, Youth Work or an equivalent qualification (Preferred)

Experience

• Relevant experience working with children and young people: 2 years (Preferred)

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• UK visa sponsorship

Application question(s):

• Are you currently working in a Childrens Home as a Residential Support Worker?
• Can you give details of your experience of working with Children and Young People with Emotional & Behavioral Disorders and/or Mental Health problems?
• Do you have a DBS and on the update service?
• What is your reason for seeking other employment?
• Do you require a work visa?

Experience:

• Working as a Children’s Residential Support Worker: 2 years (required)

Reference ID: Health and Social Care