About Us
At Capstone Care Homes Ltd, we are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children and young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, or placement breakdowns. We aim to help them build positive futures through stability, empathy, and structured support.
We are seeking passionate, resilient, and child-centred individuals to join our team as Residential Support Workers. You will play a key role in the daily care, safeguarding, and emotional development of the young people living in our home.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide consistent emotional and practical support to children aged 8-16 .
- Assist in daily routines: meals, education, health appointments, personal care where necessary
- Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model
- Support young people with behaviour management, emotional regulation, and life skills
- Participate in recreational and social activities, in and out of the home
- Maintain accurate records, including daily logs, incident reports, and risk assessments
- Work as part of a team, including sleep-ins or shift work
- Uphold safeguarding procedures and adhere to all policies, legislation, and Ofsted standards
Requirements
- A genuine passion for working with vulnerable children and young people
- Experience in a similar setting is desirable but not essential
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within 2 years)
- Full UK driving licence ( essential )
- Strong communication, patience, and resilience
- Ability to work on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
- Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and a thorough safer recruitment process
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and enhanced sleep-in rates
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
- Support to complete the Level 3 Diploma (if not already held)
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Regular supervision, staff support, and development opportunities
- Career progression in a growing and supportive organisation
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
