Residential Support Worker - Children's Services
| Company: | Agincare Group |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.50 - £15.20 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Wimborne, BH21 1TY |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Package Description:
We’re offering a rare and rewarding opportunity to start your career in care by joining the founding team of a brand-new, not-for-profit Children’s Residential Home in Wimborne, Dorset.
This service will
support children with learning disabilities, offering a safe, nurturing, and empowering space where every
child is given the opportunity to grow, thrive, and
feel at home.
We’re now seeking
Support Workers who are
compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a real difference in children’s lives.
Why Join Us?
At Agincare, we are a family-run organisation that puts people first – both the children we
support and the incredible staff who care for them. We’re proud of our values, our
commitment to quality, and our friendly,
supportive work culture.
What You’ll Receive:
- From £14.50 per hour + additional for overnight shift
- £15.50 per hour if Level 3 in Residential Childcare held
- Opportunities for fully funded qualification in Level 3 Residential Childcare
- Full-time, part time and bank contracts available
- Company pension scheme
- Refer-a-friend bonus – up to £1,000*
- Paid Enhanced DBS
- Blue Light Discount package
- Early On Demand Pay
- Career development pathways and training
- Staff recognition and appreciation schemes
Your Role as a
Support Worker
As part of a team wholeheartedly
committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, you’ll provide consistent,
compassionate
support to children with learning disabilities—helping them
feel safe, valued, and empowered. You will:
- Build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people
- Help children learn life skills and build their independence
- Work as part of a team to ensure children
- Handle challenging behaviour calmly and with
- Take part in fun,
- Be part of the sleep-in rota, with an average of 4 sleep-ins per month (flexibility is essential)
Support daily routines – from school runs and mealtimes to play and bedtime
feel safe, secure, and cared for
Support with care plans, routines, and risk assessments (with training)
empathy, using a therapeutic approach
active days – every day is different!
About You
We’re looking for people who are caring, reliable, and motivated to make a difference. You don’t need experience – we’ll provide full training and
support. You will:
- Have a genuine interest in
- Be patient, resilient, and
- Be able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
- Be physically and mentally fit for the role
- Have a positive attitude and a team-player mindset
- Hold or be
- Hold a driving licence (desirable but not essential)
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays
supporting children with learning disabilities
emotionally intelligent
committed to completing NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Residential Childcare
About Agincare
We’re a family-run business that’s been caring and
supporting people since 1986. With over 4,000 team members and more than 100 care locations across England, we’re one of the UK’s largest and most
trusted care providers. Our services include children’s homes, adult care & nursing homes,
supported living, extra care, home care, and live-in
support.
We are proud signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and
actively
support care leavers to live
independently. Care leavers are encouraged to apply and will be offered a guaranteed interview or informal conversation about opportunities at Agincare.
All of our adult services are regulated by our children’s homes by Ofsted.
Please note: This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings (including those regarded as ‘spent’) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. This role is also subject to enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive vetting procedures in line with safer recruitment standards.
We believe in building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Equal opportunities are at the heart of everything we do.
If you’re ready to help build something truly meaningful – and
lead with
compassion,
commitment, and care – we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of something special.
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