Are you ready to take a leap into residential childcare? Are you an existing support worker?
We have a Residential Support Worker vacancy at our 5-bed children's home in West Molesey, Surrey
Salary: £26,748.80 – £29,640.00 per year + Christmas Bonus
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours/week
About Us
The Beech House is a children's residential home supporting young people aged 10–17 with emotional and behavioural needs. We provide a safe, therapeutic environment where young people can heal, grow, and build brighter futures.
The Role
We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our amazing team as a Residential Support Worker. You’ll play a key role in supporting young people through daily routines, helping them develop life skills, and promoting independence.
Key Responsibilities
- Empower young people to build confidence, independence, and life skills through meaningful daily support and guidance.
- Create, implement, and review personalised care plans that help young people achieve their goals and reach their full potential.
- Observe progress, celebrate achievements, and maintain detailed records while identifying and responding to changing needs and behaviours.
- Help create a positive, safe, and nurturing home environment where young people feel valued, supported, and able to thrive.
- Take young people on exciting community activities, appointments, social outings, and recreational experiences, encouraging engagement and personal development.
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with families, social workers, education providers, and other professionals.
- Act as a positive role model, inspiring resilience, self-esteem, and healthy decision-making.
- Support young people through challenges, milestones, and achievements, making every day different, rewarding, and impactful.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in children’s residential care or similar setting
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A full UK driving licence (essential)
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends (essential)
- A genuine passion for supporting young people
Shift Patterns
- Early: 7:30am–3:00pm
- Late: 2:00pm–11:00pm
- Long Day: 7:30am–11:00pm
- Sleep-in shifts, 11:00pm–7:30am paid at a flat rate of £50/ per night (emergency cover only)
Benefits
- Competitive salary + Christmas bonus
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Discounts via Blue Light Card & Bright Exchange
- Life insurance for the value of £50,000
- Casual dress & free parking
- £200 referral bonus
- Company events & care packages
Safeguarding Commitment
Cameron & Cooper Limited is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people, click Apply Now to submit your CV and cover letter.
**We do not offer sponsorship or sponsorship changes**
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,748.00-£29,640.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- We are not set up to offer sponsorship or sponsorship changes.
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Full UK driving license (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
