Position Overview
We are looking for a Residential Support Worker to join our team at the Children’s Home in Tackley, near Kidlington. You will work alongside children and young people aged 8‑18 who display emotional and behavioural difficulties, providing a kind, caring and fun environment despite the challenges they may bring. The role requires a flexible, motivated, determined and resilient staff member who can adapt to challenging situations.
Job Details
Salary: £14.45 – £15.15 per hour plus approximately £3,000 – £6,000 sleep‑in allowance per annum (£62.64 per sleep‑in, about 6‑8 sleep‑ins per month). From April 1st 2026.Hours: Full‑time, 39 hours per week.Location: Kidlington, Oxfordshire (Children’s Residential business area).Driving requirement: Full UK Driving Licence required.
Main Responsibilities
Shifts run 7 days on, 7 days off – Wednesday to Wednesday. You will normally work 2 sleep‑ins per week once completed probation. There is one day off during the working week for time out, and accommodation is provided for the working week if required. You will be working to a rota that includes long days and sleep‑ins.
Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications and experience are welcome but not essential. Whilst employed you will be supported to gain vocational qualifications to enhance your pay and career progression.
Benefits
- Entitlement to 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
- Fully funded training and qualifications.
- Life Assurance.
- Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.
- Progressive pay scale.
- Access to voluntary benefits including discounts at cinemas, restaurants and retail establishments.
- Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme.
- Refer a Friend scheme – earn a £500 bonus for each successful referral.
- Enhanced DBS Check paid for by the employer.
- Mandatory enhanced DBS check for all staff, in line with safeguarding commitments.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and we are an equal opportunity employer. We promote the welfare of everyone in our care and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you are a current or former service personnel, veteran or military family member, please detail your experience on your CV – we offer guaranteed interview for eligible candidates.
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