Residential Support workers

October 28, 2025

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Are you looking for a new career as a Residential Support worker? Residential Support workers are needed asap!
A residential support worker is a professional who provides center assistance, guidance, and support to individuals who reside in residential care facilities. These facilities may include group homes, assisted living facilities, or residential treatment centers. Residential support workers typically work with individuals who have various needs, such as physical disabilities, mental health issues, developmental disabilities, or behavioral challenges.

Main Responsibilities, Tasks & Duties

·Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.

·Ensuring residents take their prescribed medications correctly and monitor their health conditions.

·Providing emotional encouragement, active listening, and counselling to residents who may be experiencing distress or difficulties.

·Implementing behaviour support plans and strategies to manage challenging behaviours and promote positive behaviour among residents.

·Teaching and assisting residents with acquiring or improving skills related to cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and maintaining a clean-living environment.

·Organizing and facilitating recreational and social activities to promote socialization and engagement among residents.

·Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of resident progress, incidents, and any changes in their health or behaviour.

·Responding to emergencies or crises that may arise within the residential setting and taking appropriate action to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.

·Serving as an advocate for residents, liaising with other healthcare professionals, families, and external agencies to ensure their needs are met and their rights are protected.

·Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, including other support workers, nurses, therapists, and supervisors, to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.

We do not offer visa sponsorship and only applicants with a valid right to work in the UK will be considered.

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Pay rate: £14.25 - £14.75

Enhanced DBS Required: £67

A salary range is subject to experience and qualifications

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