Residential Support Worker - Newark

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? Whether you already have experience working with young people or are looking for a challenging yet highly rewarding career, this could be the opportunity you've been searching for.

My client are recruiting Residential Support Workers to join a well-established charity supporting vulnerable young people in Newark.

Working within a residential community setting, you will support children and young people aged 5-18 who have experienced significant childhood trauma, including exploitation, neglect, domestic abuse, and violence. Your role will be to provide stability, guidance, and support, helping them process their experiences and develop a more positive outlook for the future.

About the Role

This is more than just a job, it's a career dedicated to changing lives. The role requires commitment, resilience, and a genuine desire to put the needs of young people first.

Due to the nature of residential care, flexibility is essential. The role includes:

• Long shifts, including occasional 24-hour shifts
• Overnight sleep-in duties
• Alternate weekend working
• Staying beyond scheduled shift times when necessary to ensure safe handovers and support young people's routines

If you're interested in a more senior opportunity within residential care, we'd also love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Salary of £32,908 per annum (inclusive of two sleep-in shifts per week)
• 39-hour contracted week (45 also available in select homes)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• The chance to make a lasting impact on young people's lives

What We're Looking For

• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people
• Flexibility to work a varied shift pattern, including weekends and sleep-ins
• Emotional resilience, self-awareness, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries
• An open, honest, and reflective approach to your work
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential
• A UK driving licence

If you're ready to begin a rewarding career where every day makes a difference, i'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, contact:

Summer
07436 412 945