About Us A CLEAN DRIVING LICENCE IS ESSENTIAL
Denbury Care is a newly established, Ofsted Registered, provider of therapeutic residential care for young people aged 6–18 who are under the care of the local authority. While we are a new company, we are led by a highly experienced management team with a strong background in delivering high-quality care and support services.
Our 4-bedded home is located on a peaceful farm, in a beautiful secluded valley near Bishop’s Lydeard, near Taunton, offering a calm and nurturing environment where young people can feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow.
We are dedicated to preparing young people for independence at 18, while supporting their social, emotional, and mental health needs through a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach. Our team is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS checks are part of our safer recruitment process and are required prior to employment.
Join Our Team as a Residential Support Worker or Trainee with transferable skills
(Full Time, Part Time, Bank)
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? We are looking for dedicated, compassionate, and resilient individuals to join our team as Residential Youth Support Workers.
Please note: This role requires full flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends. Applicants must be able to commit to all shift types as part of a rota to meet the needs of the young people we support.
Flexible Opportunities Available
Full-time: Average 37.5 hours per week (including an average of 2 sleep-ins per week)
Part-time and bank roles also available – please indicate your availability when applying
Shift Patterns
We do Work shifts and these are balanced against the needs of the service and include weekends.
Sleep-In Arrangements:
Sleep-in shifts are not included in your contracted hours but are an expectation and are paid at£50 per night.
If required to work during sleep-in hours, you will be paid at your standard hourly rate
Skills and Knowledge
You’ll need:
Communication: Speak clearly, listen well, and build trust with children of all ages.
Emotional Awareness: Stay calm, patient, and supportive, even during tough situations.
Behaviour Support: Use positive strategies to manage behaviour and keep everyone safe.
Safeguarding: Know how to protect children and follow safety procedures.
Child Development: Understand how children grow and how to support their emotional needs.
Trauma Awareness: Be aware of how trauma affects children and use caring, therapeutic approaches—or be willing to learn.
Teamwork: Work well with colleagues, families, and professionals to support each child.
Record Keeping: Keep clear, accurate notes and use digital systems responsibly.
Transferable Experience Skills from other jobs (like teaching, healthcare, customer service, or parenting) are valuable here.
Willingness to Learn: Be open to training and growing in your role. (Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce is ideal—or be ready to work towards it.)
The ability to drive is required for this role.
Day-to-Day Tasks
Support the individual needs and progress of young people
Provide advice, guidance, and support with all aspects of their lives
Teach daily living skills such as budgeting, shopping, and accessing entitlements
Organise leisure and creative activities in a safe and supportive setting
Help young people deal with challenges and move toward independence
Communicate with professionals and families, and attend meetings as required
Promote health, well-being, and education/employment opportunities
Key Aspects of the Role
Safeguarding
Therapeutic, trauma-informed approach
Promoting dignity, respect, and inclusion
Teamwork and lone working
Adhering to quality standards, policies, and procedures
Additional Responsibilities
Encourage young people to provide feedback and have a voice in their care
Support young people to reduce risk-taking behaviours
Maintain high-quality records and contribute to reports and care planning
Participate in household routines and support young people to do the same
Undertake training and ongoing professional development
Attend team meetings, supervision, and appraisals
Follow all health and safety and workplace policies
Note: This list outlines key responsibilities but is not exhaustive. The role is varied and may include additional duties as required to meet the needs of the young people and the service.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Enhancements:Bank holidays £3 and Christmas day £4
Benefits
Casual dress
Company pension
Free and on-site parking
Referral programme
Schedule
Day shift
Night shift
Overtime
Weekend availability
Work Location: In person near (Bishop’s Lydeard, Taunton)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,936.00-£36,075.82 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
