Support Worker – Beaulieu House (Children's Residential and Respite)

About the role

Beaulieu House is a children's home and short breaks service supporting children and young people with disabilities and behaviours that challenge. As a Support Worker, you will contribute to a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment where young people can thrive, develop independence, and enjoy life to the fullest.

The role sits within a staff team drawn from a wide range of backgrounds and experience levels. You will work directly alongside young people in their day-to-day lives, acting as a Key Worker and helping to shape the quality of their care. The home operates in line with its mission statement: "We nurture, care for and safeguard our children while supporting individuality and encouraging adventure."

Activities supported by the team include visits to Legoland, Tapnell Farm, Isle of Wight Zoo, Blackgang Chine, Amazon World, Marwell Zoo, and many more.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting young people with daily routines, personal care, medical needs, and accessing activities
• Encouraging independence and the development of life skills
• Acting as a Key Worker, contributing to care plans, reviews, and meetings
• Completing daily recordings and documentation
• Completing Standby shifts as part of the role

Beaulieu House is open seven days a week, 52 weeks a year, operating on a responsive rota to meet the needs of the service. Shift patterns include early shifts (07:00–11:00 or 07:00–14:30) and late shifts (14:30–21:45). The contracted hours are 37 per week.

To apply, click Apply Now. For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the service, contact Richard Evans (Registered Manager) at richard.evans@iow.gov.uk or on 01983 533024.

About You

Beaulieu House welcomes applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and levels of experience. Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities are provided to support your growth both personally and professionally.

Working within the council also offers clear progression routes — many team members have moved into roles such as Shift Supervisor, Deputy Manager, and Social Worker.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a Level 3 qualification or higher relevant to the sector, such as Health and Social Care, Residential Care, or working with young people; equivalent qualifications are welcomed and can be discussed directly with the team by email or phone
• Be active, creative, and focused on building genuine relationships with young people
• Be proactive in sharing ideas to improve young people's quality of life
• Demonstrate commitment to supporting young people through behaviours that challenge
• Be willing to work a responsive rota including early and late shifts across a seven-day service

Isle of Wight Council is an equal opportunities employer and actively encourages applications from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to better reflect the diversity within the local community. The council is a Disability Confident employer: candidates who declare a disability and meet the basic essential requirements of the role will be offered an interview opportunity.

Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with barred list, in line with the council's commitment to safer recruitment and safeguarding children and young people. Right-to-work checks will also be required. Please note that Isle of Wight Council does not currently hold a licence to sponsor overseas workers.

Isle of Wight Council's Offer to You

Beaulieu House provides comprehensive training and ongoing development from day one, with clear pathways into senior and management roles across children's services. The council supports the diversity of its workforce and offers flexible working options where appropriate.

Joining #TeamIWC includes access to:

• 32 days annual leave per year plus public holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Solent ferry travel and island bus network discount
• Cycle to work scheme and staff parking permit scheme
• Discounted island sports and leisure gym membership
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria), and a travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
• And more, including national and local discounts and benefits schemes