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Children's Support Worker

Job description

Please note that our client DOES NOT offer Tier 2 Sponsorship

 

Children's Support Worker – Residential Childcare

Salary: £26,000 + £50 per sleep in

Hours per week: 40 + 1 sleep in
Sector: Social Care / Children’s Residential Services

 

We’re looking for a compassionate and dedicated Children's Support Worker to join a caring team in a children’s residential care home. You’ll be supporting vulnerable children and young people with emotional, behavioural, or social difficulties, helping them develop life skills and build brighter futures.

 

What We’re Looking For

  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
  • Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a residential or support setting
  • Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
  • Empathetic, patient, and emotionally resilient
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to supporting vulnerable children and promoting their wellbeing

 

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive salary: £26,000 per year
  • Company pension scheme
  • Free meals while on shift
  • Fully funded qualifications and training
  • Paid DBS check
  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing development

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct care and emotional support to children and young people in a safe and nurturing residential environment.
  • Support with daily routines, including meals, education, personal care, and recreational activities.
  • Build trusting relationships with young people, offering guidance, encouragement, and stability.
  • Promote positive behaviour and help children develop confidence, independence, and resilience.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals (e.g. social workers, teachers, therapists) to deliver individualised care plans.
  • Maintain accurate records of observations, incidents, and progress.

Reference: WILL144685/MW

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