Job Description:

Children/Young Adult Support Worker – Meldreth Manor & Orchard Manor

📍 Location: Meldreth, North Royston
💰 Salary: £12.37-13.49 P/H
🕒 Contract: Full-time / Part-time available
📅 Start Date: ASAP

About Us

Join a leading residential care provider supporting children, young people, and adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. We are passionate about helping every individual achieve their full potential in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

About the Role

We are looking for compassionate and committed Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Meldreth, North Royston. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by providing high-quality care and support to children and young people both in residential care homes and in the community.

You will play a key role in their daily lives, supporting personal care needs, day-to-day activities, and helping them develop life skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily support, including washing, dressing, mobility assistance, and continence care.

• Support individuals in attending school, college, day services, and community activities.

• Help create and maintain individual care plans and risk assessments.

• Promote independence, dignity, and choice for every individual.

• Safeguard health, wellbeing, and safety, reporting any concerns immediately.

• Work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a professional care team.

• Support spiritual, cultural, and religious preferences of each individual.

• Participate in ongoing training, staff supervision, and professional development.

What We’re Looking For

• Compassion, empathy, and a genuine passion for helping others.

• Strong communication skills and ability to adapt to individuals’ needs (including non-verbal communication).

• Team player who is reliable, adaptable, and resilient.

• No formal qualifications required – full training will be provided.

• Experience in care or support work is desirable but not essential.

• Must be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

What We Offer

• Full induction, training, and ongoing development opportunities.

• Supportive working environment with a focus on teamwork.

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• The chance to make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives.