Residential Support Worker Job at Mansfield Full Time

Do you want to work in a children s home where you can have a lasting impact on a young person s life Apply today to join our team where your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day.

We re seeking compassionate, resilient Residential Childcare Support Workers to provide steady, nurturing care to the young people we support, even when things feel tough.

The children and young people who live with us have often faced difficult and sometimes traumatic experiences. At times, this can be expressed through big emotions, heightened behaviours or distress that may feel overwhelming. These moments require patience, resilience, and a calm confident presence, but alongside these challenges are the breakthroughs, the small steps forward, the moments of trust, the laughter and achievements that remind you why this work matters.

You will play an essential role in helping young people feel safe, valued, and supported to grow. This means building genuine relationships, being consistent and reliable, and using therapeutic approaches such as Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) and PACE to help young people make sense of their world.

At Keyline Care, you re more than just a staff member, you ll be a role model, a trusted adult, and a vital part of a young person s journey towards independence, wellbeing, and their full potential.

Location: Mansfield

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) and Part-Time / Bank opportunities available

Salary: £30,500 £ 32,500

Shift Pattern: The role operates on a 1-on, 2-off shift pattern. Two contracted sleep-ins per month are included within the standard salary. Any additional sleep-ins worked will be paid at a rate of £60 per sleep-in.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• 40-hour full-time contract.
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Full induction programme, including therapeutic training in PACE and DDP trauma-informed care.
• Funded qualifications including Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare with progression opportunities to higher levels.
• Monthly recognition awards, celebrating exceptional commitment, care and therapeutic practice.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering support for physical, emotional and mental health.
• High quality training, regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for professional growth.
• A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is respected, individuality is valued, and every staff member feels part of a team.

What We re Looking For:

• Previous experience in residential childcare, youth work, or other care roles is desirable.
• Willingness to undertake all training required for the role, including the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and therapeutic training in DDP.
• A caring and compassionate approach, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships.

Requirements:

• Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement).
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Full manual UK driving license
• Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting.
• A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates
• Please note, we do not currently hold a sponsorship licence and are therefore unable to offer visa sponsorship.

What You ll Be Doing:

• Provide high-quality, consistent care for the young person in line with their placement and care plans.
• Build safe, trusting relationships through DDP-informed practice.
• Support the young person s education, health and emotional wellbeing.
• Promote independence and life skills through daily routines, activities, and role-modelling.
• Safeguard the welfare of the young person at all times, following Keyline Care s policies and procedures.
• Accompany the young person to activities, appointments, and meetings.
• Complete daily records, key work sessions, and incident reports accurately and promptly.
• Work collaboratively as part of the staff team, contributing to handovers, reflective practice, and team meetings.
• Support domestic tasks to maintain a safe, homely environment (e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping).

We recognise that this role takes a lot, both emotionally and practically, which…