College Residential Support Worker; BL

Salary: £25,100.01 - £26,276.87 FTE salary Actual Salary: £20,000.60-£20,940.44 (32.5 hours) Actual salary £15,095.45-£15,803.23 (26 hours)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week and 26 hours hours per week, available, term time only
Duration: 38 weeks per year
Location: Exeter
Closing Date: 15/09/2026

We are recruiting a Support Worker to enable and empower our fabulous young people, in partnership with their families and colleagues. It will be your job to support our young people to make their own decisions and reach their full potential in an excellent residential setting. You will be required to support our young people in a personalised way and respond to their needs, wishes and aspirations.

You will also be part of supporting the delivery of high-quality care, health, and therapy. You will be supporting our young people to develop their independence and daily living skills within their evening routine.

During the evenings, our young people like to participate in meaningful activities such as swimming or social clubs. They like to get out, explore and socialise, you will help support with accessing leisure and social activities within the community.

InFocus will support you every step of the way by providing an excellent, well designed induction programme along with mandatory training which will help you get off to the best possible start, by ensuring that you fully understand your role and the part you play in the wider organisation. We offer many opportunities for personal development.

We are looking for kind, friendly, and compassionate individuals who are eager to use their transferable skills and experience to make a positive difference in the lives of our young people. You will bring a wealth of skills from previous roles where you have supported others, whether in care, education, or another people-focused field. With a strong “can-do” attitude, you will be committed to helping young people achieve their potential through learning and personal growth.

Your transferable skills, such as communication, problem-solving, empathy, and the ability to adapt to individual needs, will be key in providing the tailored support our young people need. Whether you’ve worked in customer service, healthcare, teaching, or any other role where you’ve worked directly with individuals, you’ll know how to build trust, promote independence, and help others reach their goals. Your experience in these areas will enable you to approach challenges with a positive mindset and ensure that each young person receives the support they need to thrive.

At InFocus, we understand that skills gained from various backgrounds can be just as valuable as direct experience in a support role. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way with a comprehensive induction programme and mandatory training to ensure you fully understand your role and the difference you’ll make. We also offer numerous opportunities for personal development to help you build on your existing skills and grow within your career.

Full time – 32.5 hrs per week, 38 weeks per year
Monday to Friday – 15:30 – 22:30

Part time – 26 hrs per week, 38 weeks per year
Monday to Thursday – 15:30
-22:30

• Six weeks annual leave plus eight bank holidays (pro rata for part time hours)
• Occupational sick pay scheme from day 1
• Paid medical appointments
• Enhanced Paternity Leave
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Long Service Awards
• Comprehensive training and development
• Onsite café
• Access to discounted shopping
• On-site free parking
• 24-hour employee assistance programme
• “Death in service” life assurance and group accident cover
• Free Flu vaccinations
• Cycle to work scheme
• Contributory pension scheme for eligible staff

We are a disability friendly employer and actively encourage candidates with a disability to apply. If you need support with completing your application form, please contact our HR team

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are conditional to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check (DBS), satisfactory medical check, references and evidence the right to work in the UK.

Staff have a responsibility to inform InFocus of any conviction or prosecution that occurs whilst employed.

It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and adults at risk