Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home
Location: Preston
Salary: £14.00/hour + £60 per sleep-in
Hours: Rota-based, approx. 165 hours/month
About the Role
Acorns to Oaks Children's Services & Support is seeking compassionate and professional Residential Support Workers to join our dedicated team. You’ll play a vital role in supporting children and young people in care, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and empowering home environment.
Job Description & Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care and supervision in line with safeguarding and health & safety standards
- Provide personal intimate care for the children
- Lead daily routines, shift planners, and weekly activity schedules
- Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with professionals and families
- Support children under stress with empathy and direction
- Monitor and guide colleagues to uphold best practice
- Attend meetings and liaise with social workers, schools, and other agencies
- Manage petty cash and contribute to quality assurance processes (Reg 44/45)
- Role model professionalism, flexibility, and compassion across the team
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working providing personal care within a care sector. Ideally within children or young people in residential or care settings but not essential.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and risk management
- Excellent communication and record-keeping skills
- Ability to lead shifts and support colleagues
- Commitment to continuous learning and reflective practice
- Willingness to work flexible hours including sleep-ins and occasional overtime
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate + sleep-in allowance
- Supportive team environment with ongoing training
- Opportunities for career progression
- Meaningful work that makes a real difference
Apply today to help us build brighter futures for children and young people.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to be trained to complete duties of personal care for the children?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
