Residential Childcare Support Worker Casual

Residential Childcare Support Worker

We’re currently recruiting experienced Residential Childcare Support Workers and also welcome applications from people passionate about making a real difference to young people.

Salary: £13.05 per hour

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Contract: Casual

Specific Hours: Shift Pattern- ad-hoc cover 

Apple Orchard operates five rural homes across Surrey and West Sussex, providing safe, nurturing environments for young males aged 12–18. As a Casual Residential Support Worker, you’ll have the flexibility to choose shifts that suit you, with no contracted hours.

We support young people to move forward from difficult or traumatic experiences by offering clear boundaries, achievable goals, and positive strategies such as reward systems and structured free time.

Our goal is to create warm, stable homes built on trust, strong relationships, and consistent, high-quality care.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide a caring, supportive environment that meets each young person’s individual needs.
• Plan and deliver activities that encourage learning and positive engagement.
• Follow all relevant legislation, regulations, and Ofsted guidance to ensure high-quality care.
• Observe and record young people’s progress a...