Therapeutic Residential Support Worker

Therapeutic Residential Worker Salary: £28,000 per annum
Location:
Ryton, Tyne and Wear
Contract/

Hours:

Permanent /Full-Time – 37 hours per week

• 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and options to buy or sell leave
• Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages
• Pension with up to 7% matched employer contribution with included life assurance cover
• Staff discounts and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailers discounts
• We’re offering a highly competitive rewards package, plus a comprehensive supervision and development programme to continue your professional development.
• We are a Real Living Wage accredited employer
• Free parking on site

We are one of the largest children’s charities in the UK and have been making a difference to the lives of the UK’s vulnerable children for over 150 years.

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A bit about the role

As a Therapeutic Residential Worker, you’ll help create stability, build trust and support emotional growth. Your understanding of trauma and how past experiences influence behaviour will guide you as you respond with patience, curiosity and consistency. You'll work closely with mental health professionals to help embed therapeutic practises that strengthen resilience, encourage positive relationships and promote healing.

This is a role that asks for empathy, reflection and commitment, and offers the chance to create genuine, lasting change for children who deserve security and hope.

About the service

Our newly refurbished 4 bed trauma informed home in Ryton provides a safe, nurturing space for children with EBD needs. Three young people currently live in the home, each with their own story and individual support plans shaped by therapeutic approach.

How you’ll help to create brighter futures

• Provide patient, calm, and consistent support in daily life
• Use trauma-informed practice and advanced de-escalation skills to manage challenging situations
• Help the young person develop independence, confidence, and resilience
• Support them in pursuing their interests and aspirations
• Contribute to creating a secure, nurturing home environment

Let’s talk about you

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting young people with complex behavioural and emotional needs
• Confidence in working through challenging situations
• A therapeutic mindset with strong relationship‑building skills
• Patience, empathy, and a calm approach under pressure
• Commitment to making a lasting difference in a young person’s life
• Possess a Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or recognised equivalent) or if you do not possess this you must be prepared to complete this within 2 years of commencing employment with us, full support will be provided.

What We Offer

• Full training and ongoing support
• A highly rewarding role where you’ll see the impact of your work every day
• The chance to be part of a dedicated, values-driven team
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Good to know

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Contact: Shannon Neander at recruitmentserv quoting reference 12398. We'll be happy to give you any support you require.

Diversity, equality and inclusion

At Action for Children, we’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.

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