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Supporting Young People to Achieve Their Potential
At Gracebridge Care, we believe that high-quality residential childcare can play a life-changing role in helping young people achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.
We are looking for caring, resilient and committed Residential Support Workers to join our modern, Ofsted-registered 2-bed Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) Children's Home in Tipton.
Join a team that is passionate about delivering outstanding care and supporting young people to achieve their full potential.
We know that many of the young people we support have experienced trauma, instability, disrupted relationships and significant challenges throughout their lives. Through consistency, positive relationships and high-quality care, we help young people build confidence, develop independence and create brighter futures.
Whether you are already working within residential childcare or looking to begin a rewarding career supporting children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
Whilst experience is beneficial, we recognise that some of the best Residential Support Workers come from backgrounds in education, youth work, care, support work, coaching, customer service, hospitality, the emergency services, the armed forces and other people-focused professions. If you have the right values, attitude and willingness to learn, we will provide the training and support needed to succeed.
This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in a young person's life every single day.
Why Join Gracebridge Care?
Supporting Young People to Achieve Their Potential
At Gracebridge Care, we believe that high-quality residential childcare can play a life-changing role in helping young people achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.
We are looking for caring, resilient and committed Residential Support Workers to join our modern, Ofsted-registered 2-bed Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) Children's Home in Tipton.
Join a team that is passionate about delivering outstanding care and supporting young people to achieve their full potential.
We know that many of the young people we support have experienced trauma, instability, disrupted relationships and significant challenges throughout their lives. Through consistency, positive relationships and high-quality care, we help young people build confidence, develop independence and create brighter futures.
Whether you are already working within residential childcare or looking to begin a rewarding career supporting children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
Whilst experience is beneficial, we recognise that some of the best Residential Support Workers come from backgrounds in education, youth work, care, support work, coaching, customer service, hospitality, the emergency services, the armed forces and other people-focused professions. If you have the right values, attitude and willingness to learn, we will provide the training and support needed to succeed.
This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in a young person's life every single day.
Our Home
Our Tipton home is a modern, welcoming and nurturing Ofsted-registered 2-bed Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) children's home supporting young people who require specialist care, consistency and therapeutic support.
We are committed to providing high-quality residential childcare that promotes safety, stability, positive relationships and positive outcomes for young people.
At Gracebridge Care, we take pride in creating homes that young people can be proud of and that staff enjoy working in. Our homes provide safe, comfortable and nurturing environments where young people feel respected, listened to and supported.
We believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of the challenges they have experienced.
Our Approach
At Gracebridge Care, we believe that behaviour is communication.
Our teams focus on building positive relationships, maintaining clear and consistent boundaries and helping young people develop the skills and confidence needed to achieve positive outcomes.
We work closely with families, social workers, education providers, health professionals and other agencies to ensure each young person receives the support they need.
Every day brings opportunities to celebrate achievements, build confidence, encourage independence and help young people overcome barriers to success.
What We Offer
Financial Benefits
- £500 Welcome Bonus (paid upon successful completion of probation)
- £100 Attendance Bonus every six months
- Paid Birthday Leave (13-hour shift paid without using annual leave)
- £200 Refer a Friend Bonus
- Enhanced sleep-in payments when covering emergency sleep-in shifts (£80)
- Double Time on Christmas Day and New Year's Day
- Time and a Half on Boxing Day
- Ofsted Bonus from £150 following a GOOD inspection outcome
Training & Development
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Approved Physical Intervention Training
- Safeguarding Training
- First Aid Training
- Medication Training
- Ongoing professional development
- Regular supervision and support
- Support to achieve recognised qualifications
- Genuine opportunities to progress into Senior Residential Support Worker, Deputy Manager and Registered Manager positions
Additional Benefits
- Company pension scheme
- Team building events
- On-site parking
- Supportive management team
- Modern working environment
- Stable staffing teams
Working Pattern
This is a full-time position based on a contractual average of 160 hours per month.
The role includes:
- Long day shifts
- Sleep-ins with morning support shifts
- Night waking responsibilities where required by the needs of the young people
A minimum of 10 sleep-ins per month form part of the role.
Successful applicants will be expected to work a rota which includes weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in shifts.
About the Role
As a Residential Support Worker, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where young people can flourish.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
- Delivering high-quality care and support in line with individual care plans
- Supporting young people to develop independence and life skills
- Delivering key work sessions
- Supporting education attendance and achievement
- Facilitating and supervising family contact
- Encouraging participation in hobbies, activities and community opportunities
- Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
- Supporting young people during periods of emotional distress, dysregulation and crisis, including the use of approved physical intervention techniques where necessary and in accordance with company policy and training
- Supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes and future aspirations
- Maintaining accurate records and reports
- Attending meetings and contributing to care planning
- Supporting with household tasks and maintaining a warm, welcoming and homely environment
- Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals
Is This Role Right For You?
Residential childcare is one of the most rewarding careers available, but it can also be one of the most demanding.
The young people we support have often experienced significant trauma and may present with emotional and behavioural difficulties, complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge.
There will be times when young people are distressed, dysregulated or in crisis and require intensive support from staff.
As part of this role, you will receive specialist training to equip you with the skills and confidence to support young people safely and effectively. This includes approved physical intervention training, which may be required when a young person presents a risk to themselves, others or their environment.
We are looking for people who are:
- Resilient and emotionally intelligent
- Calm and confident under pressure
- Compassionate, patient and professional
- Able to maintain professional boundaries
- Committed to safeguarding and achieving positive outcomes
- Motivated to learn and develop professionally
- Passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people
Essential Requirements
- Aged 22 years or over (in line with Ofsted regulations)
- Genuine passion for supporting children and young people
- Ability to work flexibly across a rota pattern including sleep-ins
Desirable Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Experience working with children and young people
- Experience within residential childcare, education, youth work, supported accommodation or similar settings
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice
- Experience supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties
Why Work For Gracebridge Care?
As an Ofsted-regulated provider, we are committed to maintaining high standards of care, safeguarding and professional practice across all of our homes.
We are looking for people who genuinely want to make a difference.
People who believe that every young person deserves the same opportunities, choices and chances as their peers. People who are passionate about supporting young people to grow, develop and achieve their potential.
If you are looking for more than just a job and want to be part of a team that genuinely changes young people's lives, we would love to hear from you.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £29,318.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Paid training
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working with young people in a residential setting?
- Do you currently have a Level 3/4 Children Young People and Families Practitioner Qualification?
- Do you hold a Full UK Driving License?
Work Location: In person
