Support Worker
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,000.00 to £34,351.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Depending on qualification and experience, plus benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 February 2026 |
| Location: | Nantwich, Cheshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Crystal Care Solutions Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SW H202601 |
Summary
Crystal Care Solutions are a specialist, independent social care organisation who operate a number of residential and supported accommodation units across the region.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Crystal Care Solutions team for a Support Worker within our Care Leaving Service for 16-25 year olds. Our aim and yours will be to transform the lives of the young people in our service. As a Support Worker, every day will be different and you won’t find a more rewarding career.
We want to hear from caring, enthusiastic and dedicated team players with a can-do approach who really care about the needs of young people. You’ll enjoy working with children and young people, providing day to day support, guidance and facilitate activities. You’ll create a safe, caring and supportive place to live for our young people.
Benefits
Crystal Care Solutions is a company committed to its employees. In addition to a competitive salary based on shift pattern, qualifications and sleep ins, we offer many additional benefits to our employees:
· Pension Auto-enrolment scheme
· ‘Pay Care Scheme’ funded by Crystal Care Solutions which gives you cash back for medical costs
· Employee Assistance Programme which includes a telephone advice line available 24/7 365 days a year
· ‘Perk Box’, discounts or free offers on hundreds of well-known high street and online brands
· Annual Leave Service Award each year, up to a total of 1 extra weeks’ holiday after 5 years
· Long Service Bonus of £750 given after 5 continuous full time years of employment
· Support for your continued professional development such as funding for Level 3 with Children and Young People and Level 5 in Leadership and Management
· Qualification Bonus when you complete your Level 3 (£500) or Level 5 (£750) qualifications, paid in instalments
· Refer a Friend Scheme bonus for you and the friend you’ve recommended for a role
· Free meals on shift (for residential roles)
· DBS check paid for, and reimbursement of the cost for the update service each year
· Reimbursement of your Social Care Wales registration costs each year (if applicable)
· New Starter Bonus if you’re L3 Residential Childcare qualified when joining Crystal Care Solutions of up to £1000, paid in instalments
Essential Job Requirements
· Provide a safe environment for the young people within our service
· Good communication skills with the ability to develop positive relationships
· Be a good team player to provide a high level of support and achieve positive outcomes
· Encourage the young people to be motivated and take part in activities, education and extracurricular activities
· Have attention to detail ensuring correct information is recorded in all paperwork
· Demonstrate a commitment to own training and development
· Be able to adapt working practice to the ethos of the home
· Have resilience, motivation and determination
· Can adapt to challenging and changing situations
· Be inclusive to all children and young people and committed to upholding and protecting the rights of individuals
· Be flexible and able to undertake shift work including weekends and sleep-ins
· Be confident in using Microsoft Office including Outlook and Word, or willing to learn
· Apply for enhanced DBS disclosure and if applicable, overseas criminal records checks
· Full UK driving licence
Desirable Attributes
· Experience working with adults or young people in a supported living or residential setting
· Experience of working within learning disability or mental health settings, with individuals who may demonstrate challenging and complex behaviours, or in a therapeutic young people’s residential setting
· Diploma Level 3 qualified in Children and Young Persons Workforce or equivalent or willingness to work towards the above Level 3 qualification
· Knowledge of current legislation relevant to Care Leaving services or supported living
· Experience of Ofsted/CQC/Social Care Wales inspections
· Understanding of attachment and trauma in relation to young people
Child and Adult Protections Statement
Crystal Care Solutions believe it is the responsibility of all staff at Crystal Care Solutions to ensure that the Health, Safety and Wellbeing of all Children, Young People and Young Adults is treated with upmost seriousness. Child and Adult Protection and Safeguarding are fundamental in reducing the risks to young people and allowing young people to live in a home that is free from fear or judgement.
Crystal Care Solutions has an in-depth policy that clearly demonstrates the responsibilities you need to undertake to comply with the organisation’s Safeguarding procedures which is provided to all staff during the recruitment process. This ensures all staff are aware of what is classed as abuse, how to support young people, who to tell and how to record a disclosure.
Crystal Care Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and promotes Equal Opportunities in employment. As a company we oppose any form of unlawful discrimination. You are expected to comply with Crystal Care Solutions policy on Equal Opportunity to ensure that your work practice and actions re-enforce this at all times.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Crystal Care Solutions team for a Support Worker within our Care Leaving Service for 16-25 year olds. Our aim and yours will be to transform the lives of the young people in our service. As a Support Worker, every day will be different and you won’t find a more rewarding career.
We want to hear from caring, enthusiastic and dedicated team players with a can-do approach who really care about the needs of young people. You’ll enjoy working with children and young people, providing day to day support, guidance and facilitate activities. You’ll create a safe, caring and supportive place to live for our young people.
Benefits
Crystal Care Solutions is a company committed to its employees. In addition to a competitive salary based on shift pattern, qualifications and sleep ins, we offer many additional benefits to our employees:
· Pension Auto-enrolment scheme
· ‘Pay Care Scheme’ funded by Crystal Care Solutions which gives you cash back for medical costs
· Employee Assistance Programme which includes a telephone advice line available 24/7 365 days a year
· ‘Perk Box’, discounts or free offers on hundreds of well-known high street and online brands
· Annual Leave Service Award each year, up to a total of 1 extra weeks’ holiday after 5 years
· Long Service Bonus of £750 given after 5 continuous full time years of employment
· Support for your continued professional development such as funding for Level 3 with Children and Young People and Level 5 in Leadership and Management
· Qualification Bonus when you complete your Level 3 (£500) or Level 5 (£750) qualifications, paid in instalments
· Refer a Friend Scheme bonus for you and the friend you’ve recommended for a role
· Free meals on shift (for residential roles)
· DBS check paid for, and reimbursement of the cost for the update service each year
· Reimbursement of your Social Care Wales registration costs each year (if applicable)
· New Starter Bonus if you’re L3 Residential Childcare qualified when joining Crystal Care Solutions of up to £1000, paid in instalments
Essential Job Requirements
· Provide a safe environment for the young people within our service
· Good communication skills with the ability to develop positive relationships
· Be a good team player to provide a high level of support and achieve positive outcomes
· Encourage the young people to be motivated and take part in activities, education and extracurricular activities
· Have attention to detail ensuring correct information is recorded in all paperwork
· Demonstrate a commitment to own training and development
· Be able to adapt working practice to the ethos of the home
· Have resilience, motivation and determination
· Can adapt to challenging and changing situations
· Be inclusive to all children and young people and committed to upholding and protecting the rights of individuals
· Be flexible and able to undertake shift work including weekends and sleep-ins
· Be confident in using Microsoft Office including Outlook and Word, or willing to learn
· Apply for enhanced DBS disclosure and if applicable, overseas criminal records checks
· Full UK driving licence
Desirable Attributes
· Experience working with adults or young people in a supported living or residential setting
· Experience of working within learning disability or mental health settings, with individuals who may demonstrate challenging and complex behaviours, or in a therapeutic young people’s residential setting
· Diploma Level 3 qualified in Children and Young Persons Workforce or equivalent or willingness to work towards the above Level 3 qualification
· Knowledge of current legislation relevant to Care Leaving services or supported living
· Experience of Ofsted/CQC/Social Care Wales inspections
· Understanding of attachment and trauma in relation to young people
Child and Adult Protections Statement
Crystal Care Solutions believe it is the responsibility of all staff at Crystal Care Solutions to ensure that the Health, Safety and Wellbeing of all Children, Young People and Young Adults is treated with upmost seriousness. Child and Adult Protection and Safeguarding are fundamental in reducing the risks to young people and allowing young people to live in a home that is free from fear or judgement.
Crystal Care Solutions has an in-depth policy that clearly demonstrates the responsibilities you need to undertake to comply with the organisation’s Safeguarding procedures which is provided to all staff during the recruitment process. This ensures all staff are aware of what is classed as abuse, how to support young people, who to tell and how to record a disclosure.
Crystal Care Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and promotes Equal Opportunities in employment. As a company we oppose any form of unlawful discrimination. You are expected to comply with Crystal Care Solutions policy on Equal Opportunity to ensure that your work practice and actions re-enforce this at all times.