Residential Support Worker - Children's Homes in Okehampton inOkehampton PUBLISHED MON 10 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£26,824 to £28,598 a year plus enhancements up to £4,000 per annum
PERMANENT
NO SPONSORSHIP
Devon County Council rJ9nEUHC
Job description
Job summary
Do you have the right values to make a difference to a child's long-term future and positive outcomes? If you are dynamic, resilient, and dedicated, our children would really benefit from your support.We are currently recruiting to our homes across Devon.Working within our Childrens Homes is one of the most rewarding career choices you will make. If you have the drive and dedication, then you will enjoy an exciting and rewarding career with us.Our Childrens Homes are registered with Ofsted and provide support for children and young people with complex needs, ensuring their individual care plans and needs are met.The ethos of the service is to provide children with a home-from-home
Experience
, enhance and promote their
Experience
s and independence. You will also help to prepare them for the next stages of their life.
Main duties of the job
The role includes:Supporting children and young people achieve their personal wishes and goals.Assisting with daily tasks and life skills.Striving for aspirational outcomes for the children.Creating a fun and positive atmosphere.Organising and taking part in activities.Being proactive and innovative in seeking new methods to engage.Personal qualities:Ability to engage and build positive relationships with children and young people.Remaining calm in challenging situations.Able to implement boundaries.Able to adapt and respond quickly.This is an enjoyable and rewarding position for someone who is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and their families.
About us
DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on ourEquality and Diversity webpages.Happy to Talk Flexible Working-The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.This role requires a DBS disclosure.
Details
Date posted
10 November 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,824 to £28,598 a year plus enhancements up to £4,000 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
F0Job location
sOkehamptonDevonEX20 1BE
Job description
Job responsibilities
For all relevant information please refer to the
Job description
and
Person Specification
documents attached.
Job description
Job description
and
Person Specification
documents attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialNumeracy and literacy skills to GCSE level.DesirableFirst Aid Certificate.Short courses that are relevant to the role i.e. First Aid, Food Hygiene, trauma led practice.
Experience
Essential
Experience
of working with young people with complex needs.Familiar with person centred planning.DesirableKnowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.OtherEssentialThe ability to drive with access to your own vehicle, a valid UK driving licence and business insurance is essential to the role.We cannot offer Visa sponsorship for this post.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
Do you have the right values to make a difference to a child's long-term future and positive outcomes? If you are dynamic, resilient, and dedicated, our children would really benefit from your support.We are currently recruiting to our homes across Devon.Working within our Childrens Homes is one of the most rewarding career choices you will make. If you have the drive and dedication, then you will enjoy an exciting and rewarding career with us.Our Childrens Homes are registered with Ofsted and provide support for children and young people with complex needs, ensuring their individual care plans and needs are met.The ethos of the service is to provide children with a home-from-home
Experience
, enhance and promote their
Experience
s and independence. You will also help to prepare them for the next stages of their life.
Main duties of the job
The role includes:Supporting children and young people achieve their personal wishes and goals.Assisting with daily tasks and life skills.Striving for aspirational outcomes for the children.Creating a fun and positive atmosphere.Organising and taking part in activities.Being proactive and innovative in seeking new methods to engage.Personal qualities:Ability to engage and build positive relationships with children and young people.Remaining calm in challenging situations.Able to implement boundaries.Able to adapt and respond quickly.This is an enjoyable and rewarding position for someone who is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and their families.
About us
DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on ourEquality and Diversity webpages.Happy to Talk Flexible Working-The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.This role requires a DBS disclosure.
Details
Date posted
10 November 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,824 to £28,598 a year plus enhancements up to £4,000 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
F0Job location
sOkehamptonDevonEX20 1BE
Job description
Job responsibilities
For all relevant information please refer to the
Job description
and
Person Specification
documents attached.
Job description
Job description
and
Person Specification
documents attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialNumeracy and literacy skills to GCSE level.DesirableFirst Aid Certificate.Short courses that are relevant to the role i.e. First Aid, Food Hygiene, trauma led practice.
Experience
Essential
Experience
of working with young people with complex needs.Familiar with person centred planning.DesirableKnowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.OtherEssentialThe ability to drive with access to your own vehicle, a valid UK driving licence and business insurance is essential to the role.We cannot offer Visa sponsorship for this post.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
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