Residential Support Worker

Location: Kington, Herefordshire (Rural location on the Welsh border)

Salary: £13.19 – £13.81 per hour + £30 per sleep-in

Hours: 40 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 22 July 2026

Reference: SYS-25964

Connect with a Career That Matters

At Supportive Bridge Staffing, we specialize in connecting passionate individuals with deeply rewarding roles. We are currently recruiting on behalf of the Cambian Group for a unique, incredibly rewarding opportunity in Kington.

They are looking for a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join a quiet, highly therapeutic 2-bed home set in a beautiful rural location on the Welsh border. Currently home to just one young person, this environment is warm, supportive, and perfectly designed to allow you to build real, life-changing connections.

If you want to make a tangible difference in a calm, nurturing setting, let us bridge the gap to your next career step.

What Your Days Will Look Like

In this role, it's the small moments that make the biggest impact. You will provide a nurturing presence for a young person (aged 8–18) who is actively engaged in education and loves indoor and outdoor activities like football, chess, cinema, pool, table tennis, and cooking.

Daily Routines: Supporting the young person with their morning routine, getting ready for school, and preparing meals together.
Creating a Home: Helping with light housekeeping to maintain a clean, cozy, and welcoming environment.
Fun & Engagement: Planning and joining in on day trips, movie nights, and creative projects.
Emotional Support: Being a patient listener, offering encouragement during tough moments, and celebrating every breakthrough.
Care Tracking: Keeping essential daily records to ensure the highest standard of continuous care.

What’s In It For You?

Cambian believes in taking excellent care of the people who care for others. Your benefits package will include:

Financial Perks: Competitive hourly rates, extra sleep-in pay (£30 per night), and exclusive retail discounts at major supermarkets (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.).
Health & Wellbeing: Dental and optical cashback benefits (after two years), plus 24/7 support via an employee helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation.
World-Class Training: A fully funded, two-week induction program to set you up for absolute success.
Career Advancement: Fully funded professional Diplomas (Levels 3–5) with a clear, structured pathway for internal promotion.
An Ideal Working Environment: A small, close-knit team with a therapeutic approach to care.

Who You Are

The Right Attitude: You are warm, patient, resilient, and focused on helping others achieve positive outcomes.
No Experience? No Problem! If you have the passion and the right values, full expert training is provided from day one.
Team Player: You enjoy collaborating with supportive colleagues who care as much as you do.

Safeguarding and Compliance

CareTech/Cambian is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.

All applicants must be willing to undergo and pass an enhanced DBS check.
You must be able to provide professional references covering the past two years, as well as details for all previous roles involving vulnerable groups.