Residential Childcare Support Worker

Autonomy Plus is dedicated to providing high-quality care and support for children and young people with learning disabilities. Our residential homes provide a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children can thrive, develop independence, and reach their full potential.

We are committed to delivering person-centred, trauma-informed care, ensuring that every child's experiences and needs are understood, respected, and supported in a compassionate way. We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team in a children's home near Chippenham, supporting young people with learning disabilities and additional needs.

Our home uses trauma-informed care, ensuring that all children feel safe, understood, and supported in an environment that acknowledges and responds to their past experiences. Provide day-to-day care and support to children with learning disabilities in a residential setting.

Support children with daily routines, including personal care, meals, education, and activities. Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people. Encourage and support independence, life skills, and personal development.

Plan and participate in activities, outings, and recreational opportunities. Maintain accurate records, reports, and care plans in line with safeguarding policies. Work closely with families, social workers, and other professionals.

Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. Follow all safeguarding, trauma-informed care practices, and health & safety procedures. Sleep in rate £80.19 per night Hours: - We operate a shift-based rota including weekdays, weekends, school holidays, and night shifts.

Support Worker Shifts: - Full-time and part-time contracts up to 40 hours. Term Time (Weekdays): - Split Shift: 7:00am - 11:00am & 1:30pm - 9:00pm. - School Holidays & Weekends: - 7:00am – 2:30pm. - 1:30pm – 9:00pm. Waking Night Support Worker Shifts: 21:00pm - 8:00am. - 1x 33 hour contract. - 1x 22 hour contract.

Working weekends is essential. A valid UK driving license is required for this role. Due to regulatory requirements, we are unable to accept applications from people under the age of 20. (Exempt under the Equalities Act 2010, Schedule 9 part 1).

Competitive salary starting from £13.75 an hour. Employee welfare and wellbeing initiatives. Employee referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 when you recommend someone who joins the team. Opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives — a truly meaningful role.

Access to Blue Light Card discounts, giving you savings on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more. Confidential 24/7 Support Line — Access professional advice and emotional support whenever you nee...

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