WILDERNESS WAY
Childrens Residential Support Worker
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Transform Lives as a Children’s Residential Support Worker
The role will be based in Carlisle and the surrounding areas. Due to flexible shift patterns, applicants from a wider area are welcome—please contact us for further details.
What if your job could change someone’s life?
That’s exactly what you’ll achieve as a Residential Support Worker at Wilderness Way. Whether you’re bringing experience or embarking on a new challenge, this role allows you to make a real and lasting impact on the lives of children who need support the most.
Why Join Wilderness Way?
- Set shift patterns, including sleep-ins
- 7 weeks’ annual leave + additional leave at 2- and 5-year milestones
- Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
- £1,000 recruitment bonus for every successful referral
- Medicash health benefits, including:
- Optical and dental cashback
- 24/7 virtual GP access
- Wellness perks
- Discounts on gyms, high-street brands, restaurants, and more
- Life assurance worth twice your annual salary
- Auto-enrolled company pension
- Six-month induction program to ensure smooth integration
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Your Daily Responsibilities
Each day will be filled with variety:
- Providing structure, emotional support, and fun through activities—whether it’s cooking, sports, music, or crafts
- Working as part of a close-knit team of 6
- Receiving support from Managers, Multi-Disciplinary teams, and Outdoor experts
- Helping children discover their potential and journey toward a brighter future
What We’re Looking For
Applicants should demonstrate:
✔ A passion for working with children, whether through prior experience in care, education, or other relevant settings
✔ Enthusiasm and resilience—the ability to thrive in a dynamic role and offer positive, proactive support
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✔ Commitment to professional development: Willingness to work toward (or hold) a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce
Key Benefits of the Role
✅ Only 10–11 working days per month, allowing for a strong work-life balance ✅ Fulfilling and rewarding, with the chance to make an unforgettable difference
Rebuilding lives’s one child at a time – we’re proud to do it alongside you.
Safeguarding & Equality Commitment
All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to:
- Safer Recruitment checks (enhanced DBS, references, online/social media screening)
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare
We are equal-opportunities employers and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds.
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