Please note that our client DOES NOT offer Tier 2 Sponsorship

Children's Support Worker – Residential Childcare

Salary: £26,000 -£28,000 + £50 per sleep in (depending on qualifications and experience)

Hours per week: 40 + sleep ins
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:

• Minimum 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: From £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: WILL239221/MW-DN

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