Support Worker

Children’s Residential Support Worker
Athena Care Group

Location: In person – Ynysybwl
Job Type: Full\-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,922\.20 – £30,621 per year
Sleep\-ins: £60 per shift (average 5 per month – approx. £3,600 per year)
Sponsorship: Not available

About the Role

Make a real difference every single shift.

Athena Care Group is expanding, and we are currently recruiting Children’s Residential Support Workers to join our team for a brand\-new home due to open later this year.

We are recruiting ahead of the opening to allow for a full settling\-in period and completion of training. During this time, training and induction will take place at one of our existing homes closest to you.

You will support children and young people who are unable to live with their families, helping them to feel safe, supported, and valued.

We are looking for individuals who have experience supporting children and young people in a residential care setting and who understand both the challenges and rewards of the role. You will bring empathy, resilience, and a genuine commitment to helping young people thrive. This role can be challenging, but it is also deeply rewarding. Full training and ongoing support are provided.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with daily routines and activities


• Assess individual needs and contribute to care plans


• Promote independence, emotional wellbeing, and positive behaviour


• Safeguard children and advocate for their needs


• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals


• Complete accurate records and documentation


• Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing home environment

Shift Pattern

• 14\.5\-hour shifts plus sleep\-ins (overnight)


• Approximately 3 shifts per week


• Around 173 hours per month


• 2 weekends per month

Example duties may include school runs, household tasks, paperwork, preparing meals, evening routines, safety checks, and sleep\-in duties. No two days are ever the same.

Requirements

• Experience caring for children or young people in a residential care setting


• Aged 21 or over (in line with care regulations)


• Full UK manual driving licence


• Eligible for an Enhanced DBS check (children \& young people; update service preferred)


• Compassionate, reliable, and resilient approach

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus paid sleep\-ins


• Extra day Holiday for Birthday


• Company pension


• Casual dress


• Employee referral programme


• Full training and career development opportunities

Apply Now

If you are ready to build a meaningful career helping children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

Athena Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks.

*We are unable to provide sponsorship*

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,922\.20\-£30,621\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave


• Casual dress


• Company pension


• Private medical insurance


• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Full Manual UK Drivers Licence


• Age 21\+ Due to Care Regulations


• Enhanced DBS for Children \& Adults on the update Service

Work Location: In person

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