Be the difference. Support children to thrive.
Are you caring, resilient, and passionate about helping young people? We’re looking for a Residential Support Workerto join a warm and welcoming children’s home in Aylesbury.
This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to support children with emotional and behavioural needs, helping them build brighter, more stable futures.
🔹 Your Role
As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in the day-to-day care of the young people living in the home. Your key responsibilities will include:
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Building positive, trusting relationships with children aged 8–17
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Supporting emotional, social, and behavioural development
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Promoting independence and life skills through daily routines and activities
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Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of each child
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Working collaboratively with a team and external professionals
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Participating in activities, school runs, meal preparation, and household tasks
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Completing daily logs and contributing to care plans
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Taking part in sleep-in shifts and occasional weekend work
✅ What We’re Looking For
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Experience working with children or young people (residential care ideal, but not essential)
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A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
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Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
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Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it – full funding provided)
💼 What We Offer
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Competitive salary: £25,000 – £30,000 (plus additional sleep-in payments)
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Fully funded qualifications and training (incl. Level 3 Residential Childcare)
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Career development opportunities
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Supportive and friendly team environment
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Staff well-being programmes and benefits
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Opportunity to truly make a difference in a child’s life
Every child deserves a safe and supportive home. Could you help provide it?
Apply now to take the next step in your care career and start changing lives—one child at a time