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Support Worker Childrens Residential Care
Why Join Us?
As a Support Worker in our Childrens Residential Care home, youll benefit from:
- Competitive Pay: £11.50 - £13.00 per hour (based on competencies)
- Premium Rates for Sleep-in Shifts: £62.55 (min. once weekly)
- Overtime Opportunities: Paid at £14.00 - £15.50 per hour
- Funded DBS and renewals
- Private health cashback plan
- Online GP, physio, and counseling services
- Death in service benefit (2x salary)
- Contributory pension
- Blue Light retail discount card
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Emergency days scheme
- Performance reviews and career progression support
- Referral rewards and annual recognition awards
- Additional leave for service milestones (2 and 5 years)
- Counseling line through the Care Workers Charity
About the Role
You will work in a 6-bed Childrens Residential Care home in a warm, supportive environment, caring for children ages 5-18 with learning and physical disabilities, Autism, ADHD, and other complex needs. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing space for children to learn, grow, and enjoy fulfilling lives.
Shift Details:
- A mix of early shifts, late shifts, long days, or wake nights
- Includes alternate weekend shifts
Responsibilities:
- Provide a caring, consistent home environment for each young person
- Empower children to achieve goals, build confidence, and develop independence
- Serve as a positive role model
- Promote equality and diversity
- Ensure all health, educational, and care needs are met
Qualifications & Experience
- Level 3 in Residential Childcare or Level 3 Diploma for Children and Young Peoples Workforce
- Experience with children with moderate to severe learning disabilities, physical disabilities, Autism, ADHD, and related behavioral challenges
Skills & Attributes
Wed love to welcome you to our team if you have:
- Strong communication and IT skills
- Conflict management skills for handling high-pressure situations
- Compassion, reliability, and a supportive, team-oriented approach
About Progress
For over 24 years, Progress has provided industry-leading Residential, Supported Living, and Fostering services across the Midlands. Were committed to exceptional care, and we offer genuine career development and supportive training to our staff.
If youre ready to make a difference, join us in supporting children to live life to its fullest!
