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Residential Support Worker - Therapeutic Children's Home

27,000- 30,000 per year negotiable 40 hours per week Permanent
Location: Pevensey, East Sussex

Benefits

• 60 per sleep-in, approximately 6 per month
• Paid specialist training
• Paid induction and mandatory training
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• DBS paid by the employer
• Laptop and mobile telephone provided
• Workplace pension
• Opportunity to help shape a brand-new children's home
• Access to therapists as part of the care model

About the Home

This is a brand-new three-bed children's home in Pevensey, supporting up to three children.

The home will primarily support children aged 8-12, although it is registered for children up to 17. Children may have experienced trauma, disrupted attachments, instability and emotional or behavioural difficulties.

The home has been designed around a trauma-informed approach, with therapists involved in the care model. The focus is on understanding the experiences behind behaviour and helping children feel safe, develop positive relationships and make meaningful progress.

Therapeutic assessment and development planning will help identify each child's needs and longer-term pathway. Where appropriate, the aim will be to support younger children towards a successful foster placement.

The Role

We are looking for a Residential Support Worker who has experience supporting children affected by trauma and attachment difficulties.

You will work as part of a dedicated team to provide consistent, nurturing care and help create a safe environment where children can develop emotionally and socially.

This is a hands-on role where relationships are central. You will support children with their daily routines, education, activities and emotional regulation while helping them develop trust and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and support to children in the home.
• Build safe, trusting and appropriately boundaried relationships.
• Support children with routines, education, activities and family time.
• Help children manage emotions and respond appropriately when they are distressed.
• Understand behaviour as communication and respond with patience, consistency and empathy.
• Use appropriate de-escalation and co-regulation techniques.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and support strategies.
• Work alongside therapists and other professionals to support children's development.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to children's progress reviews.
• Promote safeguarding and maintain a safe, nurturing environment.
• Participate in team meetings, training and reflective practice.
• Work flexibly across shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.

About You

You will ideally have:

• Experience working with children or young people in a residential, care, education or therapeutic setting.
• Experience supporting children affected by trauma, attachment difficulties or emotional needs.
• An understanding of how trauma can influence behaviour and relationships.
• The ability to build warm, trusting and appropriately professional relationships with children.
• A calm, patient and emotionally regulated approach.
• The ability to remain consistent when children are distressed or presenting with challenging behaviour.
• Good communication and professional recording skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and child-centred practice.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.

A qualification in Residential Childcare or a related area is desirable, but relevant experience and the right approach are equally important.

Behaviour-management-only experience may not be suitable for this role. We are looking for people who can look beyond behaviour, understand the impact of trauma and attachment, and build positive relationships that help children make meaningful progress.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a brand-new children's home as a Residential Support Worker from the beginning and help establish its culture and approach.

You will work alongside experienced professionals and therapists, receive specialist training and have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to children who may have experienced significant trauma and disruption.

If you are passionate about helping children feel safe, build trusting relationships and reach their potential, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in children's residential care.

Children s Support Workers

We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated Children s Support Workers to join our team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, providing high-quality care and emotional support in a safe, nurturing environment.

We are currently recruiting for 3 homes in Swindon, Bridgewater and Wellington.

As a Children s Support Worker, you will play a key role in promoting the emotional well-being, independence, and rights of the young people in your care. Working as part of a supportive team, you will help ensure that every child feels safe, respected, and empowered.

Upon a successful probation period, you will be encouraged to take the Level 3 Children and Young People Workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering consistent, high-quality care in line with individual care plans
• Supporting the emotional, behavioural, and social development of young people
• Helping young people make informed choices and develop life skills
• Maintaining a safe, structured, and non-judgemental environment

Shift Pattern:

• 10am 10pm + Sleep + 7am 10am
• 3 Shifts Per Week
• Working on 1:1 basis

Salary:

• £34,300 - £37,650 annually
• £15 per hour
• £70 Sleeps

Requirements:

• A minimum of 6 months experience working with children or young people in a similar setting
• A full UK driving licence
• A calm, committed, compassionate, and empathetic nature
• A proactive and resilient approach with a strong can-do attitude

Please note: The successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check as part of our rigorous safeguarding process.

SCR is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All offers of employment are subject to thorough background checks and verification of references and identity

Senior Residential Support Worker

Children's Residential Home Derbyshire
26,800 per annum + Sleep-In Payments + Overtime Opportunities

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Residential Childcare Career?

Delphi Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a growing children's residential care provider seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to join their team.

This is an opportunity to combine hands-on care with leadership responsibilities, helping to create a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive. You'll play a key role in supporting positive outcomes while helping to guide and develop the wider team.

The Role

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home
• Provide high-quality, child-centred care and emotional support
• Support children to develop confidence, independence and life skills
• Mentor and support Residential Support Workers on shift
• Promote safeguarding and safe working practices
• Contribute to care planning and positive outcomes for young people

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• Experience within a children's residential care setting
• Senior RSW experience, or the ambition to step into a senior role
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and professional judgement
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people

What's In It For You?

• 26,800 annual salary
• Sleep-in payments
• Overtime opportunities
• Funded training and qualifications
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Supportive and experienced management team

Why Join?

• Make a lasting difference to children's lives
• Develop your leadership skills and career
• Join a growing organisation committed to quality care
• Be part of a supportive and child-focused team

Apply Today

If you're ready to progress your residential childcare career and join a provider that genuinely values both its staff and the young people it supports, we'd love to hear from you.

Delphi Care Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency on behalf of a confidential client. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Residential Support Worker Children's Home, Wolverhampton

£13.50 per hour 40 hours per week

Are you looking for a career where you can genuinely change young people's lives? We're looking for a Residential Support Worker to join our team in Wolverhampton, providing safe, nurturing, child-centred care to children and young people in our residential home.

About the Role of Residential Support Worker

As a Residential Support Worker, you'll be part of a dedicated team supporting children with a range of complex needs to build resilience, form positive relationships, and reach their full potential. Every shift is a chance to offer stability, encouragement, and positive role modelling.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, paying £13.50 per hour. Being a Residential Support Worker a rewarding but responsible role, and we welcome applications from experienced practitioners as well as those new to residential childcare who can demonstrate the right values and potential. There are genuine opportunities to grow within the role, including key working, mentoring colleagues, and leading shifts.

What You'll Be Doing as a Residential Support Worker

• Providing high-quality, child-centred care that promotes safety, stability and wellbeing
• Building positive, trusting relationships with children while maintaining professional boundaries
• Supporting children with daily routines, education, activities, health appointments and life skills
• Following care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies
• Acting as a key worker for allocated children, taking responsibility for care planning and outcomes
• Maintaining accurate, timely records and contributing to reviews
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, and leading shifts when required
• Engaging respectfully with families, social workers and other professionals
• Working towards your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already achieved)

What We're Looking For

Essential for Residential Support Worker:

• A genuine motivation to work with children and make a positive difference
• Willingness to work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within two years
• Ability to build appropriate relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Willingness to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends and sleep-ins
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• An enhanced DBS check valid for working with children (or willingness to obtain one)

Desirable for Residential Support Worker:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Experience working with children or young people in any setting
• Experience within a regulated care environment Full UK driving licence

Our Values

We're looking for people who act professionally, respectfully and with integrity, who take pride in how they represent themselves and the children in our care. We value dependable people who bring consistency, positivity and accountability, and we're committed to supporting your ongoing learning and professional growth.

If you're ready to make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose Resicare Alliance Children's Care?

We are a growing organisation and our future is shaped by our shared values. We genuinely strive to make the differences we promote, and our fantastic team is the enabler of our ambition to deliver outstanding care and support.

• Meaningful Work: You will be at the forefront of transforming young lives, offering guidance, stability, and emotional support to children in need.
• Professional Growth: RCA is committed to your professional development. We offer ongoing training and advancement opportunities to help you reach your career goals.
• Supportive Team: Join a team of caring professionals who share your passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
• Competitive Compensation: We value your dedication and expertise and offer competitive salaries and benefits.

All applications are assessed in detail and processing them is subject to safer recruitment regulations, as governed by both the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Ofsted. The application process may be more demanding, but the job is also more rewarding.

We look forward to receiving and reviewing your application.

We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people with emotional and behavioural disabilities.

As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.

The successful candidate must have;

- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

- Experience working with complex behaviours

- Good written and verbal communication skills

If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:

-Excellent rates of pay

- Flexible working hours

- Paid holiday

- Ongoing career progression

The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.

SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants

About the Role of Residential Support Worker

As a Residential Support Worker, you'll be part of a dedicated team supporting children with a range of complex needs to build resilience, form positive relationships, and reach their full potential. Every shift is a chance to offer stability, encouragement, and positive role modelling.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, paying £13.50 per hour. Being a Residential Support Worker a rewarding but responsible role, and we welcome applications from experienced practitioners as well as those new to residential childcare who can demonstrate the right values and potential. There are genuine opportunities to grow within the role, including key working, mentoring colleagues, and leading shifts.

What You'll Be Doing as a Residential Support Worker

• Providing high-quality, child-centred care that promotes safety, stability and wellbeing
• Building positive, trusting relationships with children while maintaining professional boundaries
• Supporting children with daily routines, education, activities, health appointments and life skills
• Following care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies
• Acting as a key worker for allocated children, taking responsibility for care planning and outcomes
• Maintaining accurate, timely records and contributing to reviews
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, and leading shifts when required
• Engaging respectfully with families, social workers and other professionals
• Working towards your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already achieved)

What We're Looking For

Essential for Residential Support Worker:

• A genuine motivation to work with children and make a positive difference
• Willingness to work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within two years
• Ability to build appropriate relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Willingness to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends and sleep-ins
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• An enhanced DBS check valid for working with children (or willingness to obtain one)

Desirable for Residential Support Worker:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Experience working with children or young people in any setting
• Experience within a regulated care environment Full UK driving licence

Our Values

We're looking for people who act professionally, respectfully and with integrity, who take pride in how they represent themselves and the children in our care. We value dependable people who bring consistency, positivity and accountability, and we're committed to supporting your ongoing learning and professional growth.

If you're ready to make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose Resicare Alliance Children's Care?

We are a growing organisation and our future is shaped by our shared values. We genuinely strive to make the differences we promote, and our fantastic team is the enabler of our ambition to deliver outstanding care and support.

• Meaningful Work: You will be at the forefront of transforming young lives, offering guidance, stability, and emotional support to children in need.
• Professional Growth: RCA is committed to your professional development. We offer ongoing training and advancement opportunities to help you reach your career goals.
• Supportive Team: Join a team of caring professionals who share your passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
• Competitive Compensation: We value your dedication and expertise and offer competitive salaries and benefits.

All applications are assessed in detail and processing them is subject to safer recruitment regulations, as governed by both the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Ofsted. The application process may be more demanding, but the job is also more rewarding.

We look forward to receiving and reviewing your application.

Are you an experienced child support worker tired of not getting paid your worth?

Passionate about promoting the independence of vulnerable Children?

If this sounds like you, then apply today!

Child Support worker roles are available in Glasgow upto 18-p/hr. Part-time and full-time hours are available by booking your own shifts through our app and catching up with your own dedicated consultant. Work at the same service or try out lots of different ones,.

What can Randstad offer a child support worker?

• Competitive rates
• Keep your skills sharp working across multiple services
• Flexible working schedule
• Opportunity for consistent placement
• Unlimited friend referral bonuses
• Immediate start
• Extensive training in industry-standard courses supported by online learning
• Help with SSSC registration
• Employee discount app
• Support from within the team and a dedicated Randstad consultant

A successful child support worker will be responsible for:

• Working effectively as part of a team of child support workers
• Hitting the ground running
• Providing 24-hour care to vulnerable young people
• Supporting service users with early trauma and emotional behavioural difficulties
• Taking service users out into the community and to school each day
• Ensuring professional boundaries are in place
• Maintaining a professional manner and working to National Care Standards
• Working to a flexible schedule, including night shifts, weekends and bank holidays, and the Christmas period

To be successful in your child support worker application, you will:

• Have previous 6 months prior experience in the UK working in a residential setting with young people
• Have flexibility in the roles undertaken
• Have strong communication skills
• Register under the PVG scheme
• Full driving license
• Obtained, or working towards SVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent desirable

If this sounds like the position for you, don't delay!

Apply now and one of our team may call you for an informal chat to take your application to the next stage.

Know someone who may be interested? Randstad offers a 300 friend referral scheme!

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Four Support Workers immediately required to work with young adults and children for our clients Children's Residential Home in Newtownards for young people aged 11-17 year olds.

Our client can offer the following full-time shifts for 3 months and will be reviewed for extension: days, long days and waking nights with a pay rate that ranges from £18.04 per hour to £22.49 per hour (depending on the shift) and enhanced rates for bank holidays.

Those in your care will have experienced difficult and challenging lives with varying degrees of trauma and as such, need support from individuals that are empathetic, patient and dedicated to helping them.

In the role you will be required to supervise and carry out specific duties as directed by management to ensure the safety of the young people and help with promoting their growth.

Candidates must be NISCC registered (or willing to apply), have experience of supporting vulnerable children and/or young adults and willing to undergo an Access NI check.

What We Need From You:

• Experience working with children aged 7-18 years in a professional setting
• Understanding of trauma informed practice
• Basic IT Skills
• Hold a full UK driving licence with no restrictions
• NISCC Registered
• Undergo an enhanced Access NI check

What We Will Offer You:

• Weekly Pay
• A minimum of 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
• Paid Annual Leave
• Inclusion into our company pension scheme

The Next Steps:

• Contact Jessica Young or Danielle Willis at First Choice Bangor
• Send your CV via the link

First Choice is an equal opportunities employer

Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for flexible agency work?

We are currently recruiting experienced and reliable Residential Support Workers to support vulnerable children and young people across a range of residential care settings.

The young people you will support may have experienced trauma or difficult life circumstances and may present with challenging behaviours, autism, emotional and behavioural difficulties and complex support needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for caring and resilient individuals who want to make a positive difference while enjoying the flexibility of agency work.

The Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care and support to children and young people, helping them feel safe, supported and valued.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing day-to-day care and support to vulnerable children and young people
• Building positive and trusting relationships
• Supporting young people with their daily routines and individual needs
• Engaging children in activities, hobbies and interests
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Managing and responding appropriately to challenging behaviours
• Supporting children with autism and other additional needs
• Following individual care plans and risk assessments
• Maintaining professional boundaries and providing consistent support

Every shift will be different, and you may work with young people with a range of needs and backgrounds. You will need to be adaptable, patient and able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

Flexible Agency Shifts

Agency work gives you the flexibility to work around your existing commitments, with shifts available across a range of residential childcare settings.

You must be able to work flexible hours, which may include long day shifts, weekends, bank holidays and sleep ins. Flexibility is essential, as shift patterns and requirements will vary depending on the home and the needs of the young people.

About You

We are looking for people who are:

• Calm and emotionally resilient
• Confident supporting children with challenging behaviours
• Comfortable working with children and young people with autism and additional needs
• Reliable and professional
• Able to adapt to different care environments
• Passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable young people

Requirements

To be considered for these agency opportunities, you will need:

• To be 21 years of age or over
• At least 6 months' experience working with children or young people in a residential setting
• A clean UK driving licence
• The flexibility to work long days, weekends and sleep-in shifts when required
• A genuine commitment to working with vulnerable children and young people

Why Work With Us?

• Flexible temporary agency shifts
• Opportunity to work across a variety of residential childcare settings
• Gain experience working with children with a range of complex needs
• Build your experience within the residential childcare sector
• Potential opportunities for ongoing and permanent work
• Support from your dedicated recruitment team
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to vulnerable young people's lives

If you're an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for flexible agency work and are passionate about supporting children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss available shifts and opportunities in your area.

Senior Residential Support Worker

Location: Bacup, Lancashire
Contract: Permanent
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off, including sleep-ins
Salary: £14.50 per hour
Sleep-In: £50 per sleep-in shift

Your Opportunity

We are recruiting for a small, supportive children s residential home in Bacup that provides high-quality, trauma-informed care to young people.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker who can provide exceptional care while taking greater responsibility for supporting the team and the day-to-day running of the home.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone already working within residential childcare who is ready to take the next step, or an established Senior Support Worker looking to join a close-knit and supportive organisation.

You ll lead by example, support colleagues on shift and help ensure young people receive consistent, safe and nurturing care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the effective day-to-day running of the home.
• Provide guidance and support to Residential Support Workers and less experienced team members.
• Provide a safe, nurturing and stable environment for young people.
• Support the physical, emotional, behavioural and developmental needs of the children in your care.
• Build positive relationships with young people and encourage independence and personal development.
• Support the implementation and review of individual care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies.
• Take an active role in safeguarding and ensure concerns are appropriately recorded and escalated.
• Support with daily routines, activities, appointments and contact arrangements.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and shift handovers.
• Ensure policies, procedures and regulatory requirements are followed consistently.
• Support the management team with the smooth running of the home and deputise where appropriate.
• Promote a positive, professional and supportive culture within the staff team.

About You

For this senior position, we are looking for someone who already has experience within children s residential care and understands the responsibilities that come with supporting vulnerable young people.

You ll need to be confident taking responsibility on shift, making appropriate decisions and supporting other members of the team.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Previous experience working within a children s residential care setting.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and the needs of young people in residential care.
• Experience following care plans, risk assessments and behavioural support strategies.
• Strong communication and written record-keeping skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make appropriate decisions in challenging situations.
• Confidence supporting and guiding other members of staff.
• Flexibility to work a 2 on / 4 off shift pattern, including sleep-in duties.

Experience leading shifts or working at Senior Support Worker level would be advantageous.

What s on Offer

• £14.50 per hour
• £50 per sleep-in shift
• Permanent contract with stable hours
• 2 on / 4 off shift pattern
• Supportive and experienced management team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to develop further within residential childcare and progress within the organisation

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV.

Lotus Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.