Residential Support Worker

Posted 13 February 2026
Salary Up to £25729.00 per annum
LocationMeldreth
Job type Permanent
Discipline Residential, Supported Living & Day ServicesSocial Care
ReferenceBBBH427037_1771000903

Job description

Residential Support Worker (Young Adults - Complex Needs) - Meldreth, near Royston

Essential requirements: You must have the legal right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is NOT available. Enhanced DBS required. Able to work rotating shifts.

  • Location: Meldreth (Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border)
  • Hours: Full‑time (40 hrs) and part‑time (min. 24 hrs)
  • Pay: £12.37-£13.49 per hour + £1,500 welcome bonus

Join a specialist supported living service for young adults with complex health needs and profound learning disabilities. You'll deliver person‑centred care that builds independence, dignity and quality of life.

Your day-to-day

  • Provide personal care and daily living support with compassion and dignity.
  • Assist with therapies (e.g., hydrotherapy, rebound therapy) and health‑related routines.
  • Enable meaningful activities: creative sessions, enterprise projects, and community outings.
  • Promote communication, autonomy and safety at all times.

What you'll bring

  • Caring, reliable and proactive approach; great communication and teamwork.
  • Experience in social care, SEN/PMLD or complex needs is welcome; full training provided.
  • Commitment to completing a funded Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care.

Rewards and benefits

  • £1,500 welcome bonus*.
  • 33 days' holiday (incl. bank holidays).
  • Life assurance and enhanced pension.
  • Health cashback plan and Perkbox discounts.
  • Car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
  • Free DBS and parking.

Progression and training You'll receive a thorough induction, ongoing CPD and a clear path to qualifications and progression.

Apply now Send your CV outlining relevant care/complex needs experience and your rota availability. We interview on a rolling basis.

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