Children&;s Residential Worker

Position: Children's Residential Worker
This is a full‑time, permanent role with a starting salary of £31,659 per annum, based on a 36‑hour week, plus enhanced rates of pay for weekends, bank holidays, and sleep‑in duties.

We also welcome applications from those interested in part-time working as the role can be offered at 18 hours per week, with the salary adjusted on a pro rata basis.

As a 24/7 service operating all year round, our roles work on a rota basis. Rotas are usually agreed four weeks in advance and may include a combination of early shifts (starting at 7am), late shifts (starting at 2pm), and sleep‑ins. We'll talk through shift patterns and rotas during the recruitment process so you're clear on what to expect.

Applewood is a welcoming, family‑focused children's residential home based in Tadworth. We support children and young people aged 5-18 who may have a range of physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and additional needs. All children and young people have bespoke care packages designed around them as individuals.

At Applewood, we pride ourselves on being a warm and inclusive place where children and young people can make friends, build confidence, and feel  are looking for compassionate, motivated, and flexible Residential Support Workers to join our dedicated team.

Our Offer to You

26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
A generous local government, salary‑related pension
Up to 5 days of carers' leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
Paternity, adoption, and dependants' leave
An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
Access to a learning and development hub with a wide range of resources
Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts, including gym, travel, and shopping
A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents
Relocation bonus
Refer‑a‑friend payment of £750 as a thank you for finding the right Residential Worker About the Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will work closely with children and young people to support their daily lives, wellbeing, and development. You'll help create a safe and nurturing environment where they feel valued, listened to, and able to build friendships, while developing the skills that will support and prepare them for adulthood.

You will:

Provide person‑centred care tailored to each child or young person's individual needs
Support children and young people with personal and intimate care needs in a sensitive and respectful way
Enable children and young people to engage in meaningful activities, experiences, and opportunities, both at home and in the community
Work in partnership with parents, carers, and professionals, including our Children with Disabilities (CWD) social work teams and other council services
Act as an advocate for the children and young people you support, ensuring their voices are heard and respected
Adapt confidently to changing and sometimes challenging situations, always keeping the child at the centre of your practice
Provide physical support and safe manual handling to meet children and young people's mobility and care needs

About You

We're looking for someone who:

Is flexible, adaptable, and calm, in a variety of situations, some of which may be challenging due to the complex needs of the children and young people we support
Brings energy, empathy, patience and a positive outlook to their work
Is committed to putting children and young people at the heart of everything they do
Is a team player, and able to work well as part of a supportive team
Has strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence working with families and professionals

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