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
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Devon County Council rJ9nEUHC

Job description

Happy to Talk flexible working (part‑time, condensed hours, hybrid) — ideal for women balancing childcare or caring responsibilities.

Competitive pay £26,824–£28,598 plus up to £4,000 pa in shift enhancements — a reliable income boost.

Permanent role with regular training (First Aid, trauma‑led practice) and clear career progression within Devon County Council.

Work in Ofsted‑registered children’s homes with strong safeguarding and an inclusive council culture committed to equality.

Driving role based in Okehampton — having your own car and business insurance makes you immediately eligible and mobile.

Deeply rewarding work supporting young people to gain life skills and prepare for adulthood — visible, meaningful impact.

Work as a Residential Support Worker in Devon County Council’s Ofsted-registered children’s homes in Okehampton (EX20), supporting children and young people with complex needs in a genuine home-from-home setting. You will follow individual care plans to help young people develop life skills, independence and emotional resilience; plan and join in activities; create a calm, positive atmosphere; and use creative, person-centred approaches to engage and motivate. The role suits compassionate, practical carers who are resilient, able to set clear boundaries and build trusting relationships—especially women who value hands-on, long-term support and the chance to see real progress day by day.

This is a permanent, full-time post paying £26,824–£28,598 per year with enhancements up to £4,000 per annum and flexible working options available. Essential requirements include GCSE-level numeracy and literacy, experience working with young people with complex needs and person‑centred planning, a DBS disclosure, confident spoken English and a valid UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle and business insurance. Desirable qualifications include First Aid, Food Hygiene or trauma-led practice. Devon County Council promotes equality, safeguarding and staff development and cannot offer visa sponsorship. To apply, please click the “Apply Now” button displayed with this advert — you can also find the vacancy listed positively on jobsincare.com.

Happy to Talk flexible working (part‑time, condensed hours, hybrid) — ideal for women balancing childcare or caring responsibilities.

Competitive pay £26,824–£28,598 plus up to £4,000 pa in shift enhancements — a reliable income boost.

Permanent role with regular training (First Aid, trauma‑led practice) and clear career progression within Devon County Council.

Work in Ofsted‑registered children’s homes with strong safeguarding and an inclusive council culture committed to equality.

Driving role based in Okehampton — having your own car and business insurance makes you immediately eligible and mobile.

Deeply rewarding work supporting young people to gain life skills and prepare for adulthood — visible, meaningful impact.

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Benefits

Happy to Talk flexible working (part‑time, condensed hours, hybrid) — ideal for women balancing childcare or caring responsibilities.; Competitive pay £26,824–£28,598 plus up to £4,000 pa in shift enhancements — a reliable income boost.; Permanent role with regular training (First Aid, trauma‑led practice) and clear career progression within Devon County Council.; Work in Ofsted‑registered children’s homes with strong safeguarding and an inclusive council culture committed to equality.; Driving role based in Okehampton — having your own car and business insurance makes you immediately eligible and mobile.; Deeply rewarding work supporting young people to gain life skills and prepare for adulthood — visible, meaningful impact.

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