Job Title: Residential Children’s Support Worker

Salary: £24,000 – £29,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Full-time shift work (including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins)

Sponsorship not available with this role – please do not apply if you require Sponsorship.

About the Role:

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Residential Children’s Support Workers.

You will be working within a residential care setting, supporting children and young people who may have experienced trauma, challenging backgrounds, or emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Your role will be to provide a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive, develop independence, and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day care and support to children and young people
• Promote a positive, safe, and homely environment
• Support with daily routines, including education, activities, and life skills
• Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model
• Manage challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals
• Maintain accurate records and reports in line with company policies

What We Offer:

• £24,000 – £29,000 per annum
• £40 per sleep
• Annual appraisal uplifts in salary
• Annual leave incentives for committed service
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Funded qualifications after passing probationary period
• Pathway for progression within additional homes in the area
• Employee assistance programme
• Refer a friend scheme worth
• Birthday as an additional day off
• Access exclusive discounts with the Blue Light Card
• Company pension
• Fantastic wellbeing package in place

Requirements:

• 12+ months previous experience working with children or young people within children’s residential homes
• Willingness to work shifts, including sleeps
• Full UK driving licence
• Level 3 in Children & Young People