Children’s Residential Support Worker

Company: RGIT Australia
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Location: Bridgwater
Job Description:

Full-time Permanent Internship

Description

Help Shape the Future of Our Rebranded Homes

We’re proud to be rebranding our established children’s homes in Somerset, creating nurturing, forward-thinking environments where young people aged 8–17 with emotional and behavioural needs can truly thrive.

As part of this exciting new chapter, we’re looking for resilient, compassionate, and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our team. This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to be part of a trauma-informed approach that prioritises healing, growth, and meaningful relationships.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide emotional and practical support to children in care
  • Support daily routines: school runs, meals, activities, appointments
  • Help young people develop life skills and promote positive behaviours
  • Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model
  • Contribute to care planning, record-keeping, and team collaboration
  • Ensure the home meets the highest safeguarding standards

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience with children/young people (residential or similar preferred)
  • Calm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Resilience in managing challenging situations
  • Willingness to work shifts (evenings, weekends, sleep-ins)
  • Full UK driving licence (highly desirable)
  • Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (preferred – training provided)

What We Offer

  • Full Induction & Ongoing Training – Career development is at the heart of what we do
  • Supportive Team Culture – Regular supervision and a collaborative environment
  • 28 Days Annual Leave – Including bank holidays
  • NEST Pension Contributions – Planning for your future

Why Join Us?

Make a Real Impact – Help shape the lives of children and support their journey toward a brighter future

Be Part of a Rebrand – Join us during an exciting time of growth and transformation

Supportive Team Culture – Work with passionate, like-minded professionals

Career Progression – Training, qualifications, and clear paths to senior roles

Wellbeing Focused – We care about your health and happiness

Flexible Working Options – Full-time and part-time roles to suit your lifestyle

Great Location – Easily accessible from Taunton, Exeter, Bristol, and surrounding areas

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are fully committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young people. All staff are expected to always uphold our safeguarding policies and procedures.

All applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We follow safer recruitment practices in line with national guidance.

Ongoing safeguarding training and supervision are provided.

We promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and child-centred care.

Ready to Join Us?

If you believe every child deserves a safe, stable, and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026