Residential Support Worker

Position: Residential Support Worker (Permanent)
We are looking for compassionate, resilient support workers who can provide steady, nurturing care to children and young people in this brand new home opening in Mansfield for a very establish service provider covering maily days shifts with only 2 sleep-ins contracted per month!

We are open to candidates without children's residential experience but who have worked in similar services.

The young people you’ll support will be aged between 7-17 and have faced challenging and sometimes traumatic experiences. This can mean heightened behaviours, or moments of distress that require patience, resilience, and a calm, confident presence. But alongside these challenges come the breakthroughs—the small steps forward, the laughter, the trust, and the achievements that remind you why this work matters.

In this role, you’ll help young people feel safe, valued, and supported to grow. You’ll build genuine relationships, be consistent and reliable, and use therapeutic approaches like DDP and PACE to help them make sense of their world.

You won’t just be a staff member—you’ll be a role model, a trusted adult, and a vital part of a young person’s journey toward independence, wellbeing, and reaching their full potential.

If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Location:

Mansfield

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Salary: £30,500 - £32,500

Shift Pattern:
The role operates on a 1 on, 2 off shift pattern covering day shifts with only two contracted sleep-ins per month (included within the standard salary).

Any additional sleep-ins worked will be paid at a rate of £60 per sleep-in.

Why choose this service provider and care home:

· Competitive Salary

· Structured Renumeration package for completing internal and external training

· 40-hour Full-Time Contract

· 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

· Full induction programme, including therapeutic training in PACE and DDP trauma-informed care.

· Work for a very experienced management team

· Funded qualifications – including Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare with progression opportunities to higher levels.

· Monthly recognition awards, celebrating exceptional commitment, care and therapeutic practice.

· Employee Assistance Programme – offering support for physical, emotional and mental health.

· High quality training, regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for professional growth.

· A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is respected, individuality is valued, and every staff member feels part of a team.

What We’re Looking For

· Previous experience in residential childcare, youth work, or other care roles is desirable.

· Willingness to undertake all training required for the role, including the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and therapeutic training in DDP.

· A caring and compassionate approach, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships.

Requirements

· Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement)

· Must have the right to work in the UK without the requirement of sponsorship

· Full manual UK driving license.

· Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting.

· A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates

Her you will receive recognition that this role takes a lot, both emotionally and practically, which is why all staff are invested in to. You will be part of a team where care is not just provided, but lived, where every decision is centred around the wellbeing and potential of the young person.

Responsibilities

* Provide high-quality, consistent care: for the young person in line with their placement and care plans.

* Safeguard: the young person always, following policies and procedures

* Personal Care:
Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.

* Support Plans:
Develop and implement individualised support plans tailored to each resident's needs and goals.

* Medication Management:
Administer medications and monitor health conditions, ensuring accurate record-keeping.

* Skill Development:
Encourage and facilitate skill-building…