Job descriptionJob Title: Residential Care Worker Location: Wiltshire Salary: £28,808 Annual Salary Job Type: Full-Time Shift and schedule: Shift pattern: 160 hours per month (average 40 hours per week) Rota basis: 2 days on + sleep-in, followed by 4 days off
Priority Recruitment are excited to present this long-term Residential Care Worker opportunity in Wiltshire.
This is a rewarding role supporting children and young people to live safely, develop independence, and reach their full potential within a nurturing and therapeutic residential environment.
We are looking for compassionate, reliable individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in young people’s lives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships and being a consistent, supportive presence.
Salary & Benefits:
- £28,808 Annual Salary - Sleep-in shifts included within rota (sleep-in rate to be confirmed if applicable) - Weekly pay every Friday - DBS fees reimbursed - Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £500 per referral - Access to 30,000+ national and local employee discounts (electronics, food, travel, fitness and more) - Access to 100+ free virtual courses, live and on-demand, to support your professional development
Company and Role:
- Supporting children and young people in a residential care setting - Providing 1-1 and group-based support - Creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment - Promoting independence, confidence, and personal development
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Providing high-quality care and emotional support - Supporting children with daily routines, activities, and personal development - Acting as a positive role model and building trusting relationships - Observing, monitoring, and recording behaviours and progress - Supporting education, social development, and life skills - Working alongside professionals such as social workers, schools, and therapists - Contributing to care planning and attending reviews/meetings - Supporting behaviour using appropriate strategies - Maintaining a safe and structured environment
Household responsibilities include:
- Supporting with cooking, cleaning, and maintaining the home - Promoting a healthy lifestyle, including balanced meals - Ensuring the home is safe, clean, and welcoming
Successful Candidate:
- Previous experience working with children and young people (residential preferred) - Understanding of safeguarding and child protection - Ability to build strong, positive relationships - Calm, resilient, and patient approach - Strong communication and teamwork skills - Flexible to work shifts, including sleep-ins and weekends - Willingness to complete training and continuous professional development
Apply now for more details, we’d love to hear from you!
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