Job Description:
Residential Support Worker
Rate: £10.50 to £13 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Hours: Full-time includes evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
About Rubix Care
Rubix Care is an Ofsted registered company that provides a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for children and young people, supporting their development, well-being, and aspirations. We aim to help each child reach their full potential by building resilience, fostering positive relationships, and promoting personal growth.
We offer individualised care planning, stability, and continuity — supporting outcomes such as:
- Improved self-care, independence, and personal safety
- A positive self-image and strong sense of identity
- Academic achievement and learning engagement
- Emotional resilience and mental well-being
- Good physical health and an active lifestyle
About This Role
As a Residential Support Worker, you will work as part of a small, dedicated team to ensure children in our care receive high-quality support. You will be expected to work in line with The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and supervise children and young people in the home, promoting their safety, well-being, and personal development.
- Contribute to and follow individual care plans and risk assessments.
- Maintain a safe, structured environment with clear routines and boundaries.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, social workers, health professionals, and education providers.
- Keep accurate, up-to-date records of incidents, progress, and daily reports.
- Follow safeguarding policies at all times and report concerns promptly.
- Participate in household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry to model independence skills.
Requirements
- Must hold Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or Equivalent.
- Experience working with children and young people, ideally in a residential care setting.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
- Basic IT literacy for record keeping (training in systems will be provided).
- Enhanced DBS (Children) – must be on the Update Service or obtained before starting.
- Full UK driving licence desirable.
Safeguarding & Vetting
Rubix Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As part of safer recruitment:
- Right-to-work in the UK must be verified
- Enhanced DBS check (Children) required
- Two satisfactory references
- Proof of qualifications
- Sponsorship is not available
Pay: £10.50-£13.00 per hour
Experience:
- Residential Support Worker: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
