Job 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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