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Children's Residential Support Worker

Gratia Cura Residential LTD

Oxford

Salary

£31,876

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

7 September 2026

7 days left

In plain English

What this job actually involves

This job involves caring for children in a residential home, helping them with daily life and emotional support. It suits people who are patient, kind and want to make a difference in young lives. You will work with a team to create a safe and supportive environment. This role is for someone who enjoys working with children and is flexible with their hours.

What you'll need

  • Be patient and understanding
  • Enjoy working with children
  • Be flexible with hours
  • Value openness and transparency
  • Be a team player

How to boost your chances

  • Get experience working with children
  • Show your caring side in your application
  • Research the company values
  • Prepare for a challenging but rewarding role
  • Highlight your teamwork skills

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Job description

Children's Residential Support Worker Hours: 38 per week plus two sleep ins Type: Permanent Our homes are a haven where young minds can find understanding, support, and the tools they need to navigate the challenges they face. Join a caring team of support staff and managers that value openness, transparency and accountability, as we grow opening new homes around Oxford providing nurturing and supportive environments for young minds. If you are passionate about contributing to making a real difference in the Children's lives we support, we can offer you:

28 Days HolidayFree Training provided and a great inductionFree Enhanced DBS CheckCasual DressCompany PensionFree Parking Responsibilities:

Support the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of our young people at Gratia Cura Residential.Encourage decision making and provide choices by following communication strategies to ensure young people have a voice.Implement individualised care plans for the best outcomes.Maintain high standards of personal care and hygiene.Support educational activities in classroom settings and supervise young people in various environments.Adhere to risk assessments and placement plans and attend meetings and training sessions.Support community activities and trips and engage in physical activities and lessons with young people.Ensure the safety and wellbeing of young people and comply with safeguarding policies and procedures.Complete mandatory training and the required diploma Level 3.Support other staff in therapeutic and educational activities. Key Worker Responsibilities:

Get to know the young person well including their history strengths and needs.Coordinate care and support the young person's personal requirement.Improve the quality of life and help achieve agreed goals.Maintain communication with family and stakeholders.Launch reports and attend reviews on the young person's progress. Health and Safety:

Ensure your actions do not risk the health and safety of yourself or others.Cooperate with the company to comply with safety laws.Report any serious or imminent dangers and shortcomings in safety arrangements.Do not misuse or interfere with safety equipment. Qualifications:

Level 3 qualifications in Children’s Residential Care – preferred provided if necessaryExperience in Children’s Residential Care – preferredDriving Licence – preferred Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for this role and unable to support 20-hour sponsorships due to full-time hour requirements. Shifts are 7am – 10pm, 7am – 3pm or 2pm – 10pm. 38 hours and 2 sleep ins per week are required.

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Reed

First seen

8 August 2026

Last checked

31 August 2026

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About the employer

GCR
Gratia Cura Residential LTD

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