Support worker - Recruitment Open Day - Applewood

# Support worker - Recruitment Open Day - ApplewoodStaffordFull TimeCloses 3 September 2026Apply nowYou'll be taken to our application system to complete your application.## About this role**Come and join one of the UK’s largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.**Support worker / Childcare worker - Recruitment Open Day - Register for your place today! Active Care Group is holding a recruitment open day for **Support workers** at our site in **Stafford** on Thursday 3rd September**from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm****Please note we are NOT able to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore will not be able to progress any candidates who require a certificate of sponsorship to work in the UK.**Applewood Lodge is our new specialist residential service for children up to the age of 18 years old with complex care needs. The children we support will be trauma-informed and have mental health.**Salary:** £27,766.15 (FTE) Per annum (Pro rata)**Hours:** 37.5hrs per week**Location: Applewood Lodge, Ivetsey Road, Wheaton Aston, Stafford, ST19 9QW****Date: Thursday 3rd September****Time: 10am - 3 pm*** Full Time & Part time/Days & Nights to choose from* You need to be aged 21 years and above* Driving licence and ability to drive is desirable**Hit apply or send your CV to to register your place.****We also accept walk-ins between the times mentioned.****What you'll be working:****Full time or Part time - Days or Nights to choose from! (Full time - 37.5hrs per week)*** Involving shift work and alternate weekends, requiring flexibility to ensure the home operates smoothly and safely.* Working arrangements will be discussed further during the interview process."* Days and Nights to choose from* Working Every other weekend on a rota* Rolling 2-week rota shifts* Working towards **Level 3 Diploma** in Residential Child Care**Salary - £27,766.15 (FTE) Per annum (pro rata) (depending on experience)****What you'll be doing:*** **Engage & Connect:** Actively build rapport and establish effective communication methods with children and young people, overcoming any communication barriers.* **Provide Essential Support:** Assist with daily living tasks, including mealtimes and personal care, as needed, and support with all activities and hobbies.* **Ensure Safety & Continuity:** Communicate any emerging issues promptly to the on-shift Team Leader or management.* **Maintain Accurate Records:** Accurately document and report on all work activities.**What you'll have:*** **Aged 21 years and over*** **Driving licence and ability to drive is desirable*** **Person-Centred Passion:** A genuine commitment to providing the highest standard of person-centred care for our young people.* **Qualifications:** NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Childcare, or happy to work towards.* **Residency Requirement:** Must have resided in the UK for a minimum of 3 years.* **Effective Communicator:** The ability to communicate effectively across all levels.* **Relevant Experience:** A minimum of 9 months' experience in childcare, with specific experience working within the childcare sector, particularly with mental health and/or TraumaCommitment to Inclusion**:** As a Disability Confident committed employer, we are dedicated to providing reasonable facilities to ensure individuals with disabilities can fully participate in job applications and interviews to perform essential job functions.**What to look forward to:*** 25 days plus bank holidays* Birthday off* Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities* Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop* Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice* A Nest Personal Pension account* Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians* We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme* Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits* Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know* ......and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group #J-18808-Ljbffr