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Children's Support Worker (Residential)

£12.72 per hour
Full-time

About The Role

Join ARC HD Services – Where Every Young Life Matters

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
Competitive Salary and Sleepover Rate – because your time and care are valuable
Do what you love – caring, chats, walks, cooking, day trips… it’s all part of the job
Multi award-winning charity – we reinvest profits into YOU and the people we support
Supportive leadership – we’ve got your back, always
No uniforms – just comfy, casual clothes
Guaranteed shifts – contracted hours each week with rotas available months in advance
Shopping discounts – because treats are important
Ongoing training & career progression – grow with us with t raining in trauma-informed care and much more
Recommend-a-Friend bonus – bring your besties
Financial hardship fund – we’re here when life gets tough
Wellbeing investment – your health matters
Free DBS check – we’ve got it covered
Spend your whole shift with one person – build real connections
• 6 weeks paid annual leave – rest, recharge, repeat
Pension scheme – planning for your future, together

Who We Are:
ARC HD Services Ltd, part of Community Integrated Care, provides specialist residential and 1:1 support for young people aged 9–18 facing complex social, emotional, and mental health challenges, including ASD, ADHD, PTSD, and trauma-related behaviours.

We run four small, nurturing homes—each supporting up to three young people in a warm, homely environment tailored to individual needs. Every child has their own private space, plus shared areas for connection and community.

About You

Welcome to Our Home – Andover
A calm, cosy bungalow supporting up to 3 amazing young people (ages 9–18). We’re a quirky, caring crew who believe in laughter, love, and helping kids thrive.
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What We’re All About

  • Child-first care, tailored to each child's individual journey
  • Community fun – beach cleans, charity events
  • Big on humour, warmth & weirdness
  • A home that feels like… well, home
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The Role

  • 1:1 support with young people
  • 39 hours per week, working 2 x 15 hour shifts, 1 x 9 hour shift and 1 sleepover per week 
  • We can also accommodate bank staff in this service
  • One weekend off every three
  • UK   driving license required (manual preferred - if you have an automatic license, you may be asked to use your own vehicle for activities)
  • Permanent role available - we can also accommodate bank staff

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You Are…

  • Honest, kind & non-judgmental
  • Great with kids & teamwork
  • Ready to laugh, listen & lift others up
  • Passionate about helping young people shine
  • Willing to listen when kids need to talk
  • A confidence-builder who celebrates every win

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Ready to join our wacky, wonderful family?
Apply now and help young people feel safe, seen, and supported.

 

Note: Our Andover home is currently closed, however, we are recruiting a team to support new children who will move in within the next 4-6 months. Until then, training, shadow shifts and regular shifts will be worked in our other homes in Lymington, Fareham and Romsey.

Working for Us

Got heart? You’re halfway there.
At ARC, we know it takes someone special to work in social care—and that doesn’t always mean having experience. We hire based on values, welcoming people from all walks of life: seasoned Support Workers, Care Assistants, Veterans, Teachers, Foster Carers, those with lived experience, or even total newbies with a passion for care.

Curious about the role? Reach out to our Recruitment Specialist, Eva Otto, at  View email address on careers.communityintegratedcare.co.uk .

Need adjustments during the process? Just email  View email address on careers.communityintegratedcare.co.uk .

We’re proud to be an  Equal Opportunities and  Disability Confident employer.

ARC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share that commitment.

Good luck—we can’t wait to meet you!

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