The vacancy you are looking for is no longer accepting applications and has been removed.
This resource is no longer available.
Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker
What if your job could change someone's life?
At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.
Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, stability, and someone who believes in them.
Apply once and we'll assess the right level for you.
We recruit for Residential Support Worker opportunities across our homes and will assess your experience, qualifications and skills throughout the recruitment process to ensure you're considered for the most suitable role. Based on your experience and qualifications, this may include opportunities at Residential Support Worker or Senior Residential Support Worker level.
Why Join Us?
When you spend your career changing children's lives, you deserve a company that invests in yours.
That's why we offer:
Your Day-to-Day
No two days are ever the same.
One day you might be helping a young person prepare for school. The next, you'll be supporting an outdoor adventure, teaching life skills, celebrating achievements, cooking a favourite meal, or simply being the trusted adult they need during a difficult moment.
You'll:
For colleagues appointed at Senior Residential Support Worker level, there will also be opportunities to mentor and support less experienced colleagues, role model best practice and help maintain high standards of care across the home.
What We're Looking For
The most important thing is your ability to lead by example, develop others and create an environment where children can thrive.
You'll also need to:
For Experienced Candidates
If you already hold a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and have residential childcare experience, we'll consider you for opportunities that reflect your skills and experience, including Senior Residential Support Worker positions.
Make a Difference Every Day
It's a chance to help children feel safe, valued, understood and excited about their future.
With only 10-11 working days per month, exceptional support from your team, and genuine opportunities to develop your career, you'll have the chance to build a rewarding future while helping young people build theirs.
Apply today and we'll assess the right level for you.
All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening for successful candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.
Similar active jobs you might be interested in
Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker
What if your job could change someone's life?
At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.
Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, click apply for full job details
Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker
What if your job could change someone's life?
At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.
Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, click apply for full job details
Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker
What if your job could change someone's life?
At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.
Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, click apply for full job details
Childrens Support Worker
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Childrens Support Workers to join our team.
In this role, you will work collaboratively to provide high-quality care and support to young people, promoting their emotional wellbeing and helping them make informed choices about their lives click apply for full job details
Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker
What if your job could change someone's life?
At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.
Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, click apply for full job details
Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker
What if your job could change someone's life?
At Wilderness Way, that's exactly what happens every day.
Whether you're bringing experience from residential childcare, education, care, youth work, or you're looking for a rewarding new challenge, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children who need support, click apply for full job details
Residential Support Practitioner - Children's Services:
£13.50ph - £14.00ph (DOE) + £50 bonus per sleep-in, dependent on experience
Enhancement rates available for overtime and bank holidays.
About Us:
We are a growing, forward-thinking children s residential care organisation with homes across the Southwest, London, and a brand-new multi-home provision in Durham. Our mission is powerful and clear: to help children aged 7 17 rebuild trust, confidence, and hope.
We work with young people who have experienced loss, instability, or trauma. We don t define them by their past we support them to step into their potential. Using trauma-informed, PACE-based practice, we create warm, stable homes where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow. This is meaningful work. This is change you can see happen.
Benefits & Perks:
At 360 CRS, we look after the people who look after others.
The Role:
You ll help make a house feel like a home safe, nurturing, and full of possibility. Your days will include:
Who You Are:
If you re ready to help young people grow, heal, and believe in themselves, we ll give you everything you need to succeed.
Essential skills:
Desirable:
Our Safeguarding Promise:
Safety is at the heart of everything we do. All roles require safer recruitment checks, enhanced DBS clearance, and ongoing safeguarding training.
Please see the attached full job description before applying!
Residential Support Practitioner - Children's Services:
Permanent/Full-time opportunity
£13.50ph - £14.00ph (DOE) + £50 bonus per sleep-in
Enhancement rates available for overtime and bank holidays.
About Us:
We are a growing, forward-thinking children s residential care organisation with homes across the Southwest, London, and a brand-new multi-home provision in Durham. Our mission is powerful and clear: to help children aged 7 17 rebuild trust, confidence, and hope.
We work with young people who have experienced loss, instability, or trauma. We don t define them by their past we support them to step into their potential. Using trauma-informed, PACE-based practice, we create warm, stable homes where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow. This is meaningful work. This is change you can see happen.
Benefits & Perks:
At 360 CRS, we look after the people who look after others.
The Role:
You ll help make a house feel like a home safe, nurturing, and full of possibility. Your days will include:
Who You Are:
If you re ready to help young people grow, heal, and believe in themselves, we ll give you everything you need to succeed.
Essential skills:
Desirable:
Our Safeguarding Promise:
Safety is at the heart of everything we do. All roles require safer recruitment checks, enhanced DBS clearance, and ongoing safeguarding training.
Please see the attached full job description before applying!
The Recruitment Crowd are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded provider of children's residential care services for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation that is committed to providing high-quality, therapeutic care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs click apply for full job details
Job Introduction
Bank - Residential Support Practitioner - Children's Services:
£13.50ph - £14.00ph (DOE) + £50 per bonus in per sleep-in
Enhancement rates available for overtime and bank holidays.
About Us:
360 Children's Residential Services delivers trauma-informed care for children and young people and is proud to be recognised as a Sunday Times Best Small Company to Work For 2026.
We're excited to be opening Willowhaven, our brand-new children's home in Middleton St George, a peaceful village location close to Darlington. Willowhaven will provide a safe, nurturing environment for up to two young people aged 4 17, enabling highly personalised care and support tailored to each child's individual needs. In this small, family-style home, young people will have the opportunity to build confidence, develop independence, and create positive futures.
Be part of something new from the very beginning. We're recruiting now for our anticipated September 2026 opening, giving you the opportunity to help shape the culture, team, and future success of Willowhaven.
Benefits & Perks:
At 360 CRS, we look after the people who look after others.
We invest in you because your wellbeing matters.
The Role:
You ll help make a house feel like a home safe, nurturing, and full of possibility. Your days will include:
Who You Are:
If you re ready to help young people grow, heal, and believe in themselves, we ll give you everything you need to succeed.
Essential skills:
Our Safeguarding Promise:
Safety is at the heart of everything we do. All roles require safer recruitment checks, enhanced DBS clearance, and ongoing safeguarding training.
Please see the attached full job description before applying!
Create a job alert and we'll send you the latest matches straight to your inbox.
Our team is here to help you find the right role.
