Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Title:

Residential Support Worker 🏡

Location: Yorkshire
Salary: £12.71 – £13.77 per hour
Working Hour: Full Time – Rota based (including weekends & evenings)
Hourly Rate: £12.71 – £13.77
Number of Sleeps

Required:

Yes
Pay Per Sleep: £50 per sleep
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: YPs aged 7–18 | Complex Needs, Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties
Qualifications

Required:

Relevant Children & Young People qualification (or willingness to work towards)
Experience in Years

Required:

Not essential – training provided
Employment Type: Permanent

🚫 Sponsorship is not available

• Location: Yorkshire
• Type of YPs: Complex Needs, Trauma, Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties
• Ratio of staff to children: Supportive staffing structure

We are looking for compassionate, resilient, and motivated Residential Support Workers who are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Building positive relationships with young people, families, and professionals 🤝
• Supporting young people with daily routines, education, and emotional wellbeing
• Contributing to care plans and risk assessments
• Maintaining accurate and high-quality records
• Supporting young people to develop independence and life skills

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No previous experience is required – you will receive 3 weeks of classroom training followed by shadow shifts to ensure you feel confident and supported.

• You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have access to a car
• You only hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care – this is not deemed equivalent
• You only have Healthcare, NHS, CQC, or Nursery Practitioner experience
• You require sponsorship – no sponsorship available

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Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home will not be considered.

• An established and values-driven children’s residential care provider
• Specialist in supporting young people with complex needs
• Strong focus on training, wellbeing, and long‑term career development

Company Size: Medium-sized provider
Number of Homes: Multiple residential services
Future Plans: Continued growth with investment in staff and services
Other Services: Residential care for children and young people

• Clear pathways to Senior and Leadership roles

• Fully funded Level 4 Diploma in Children & Young People’s Workforce

• £50 per sleep-in + enhanced overtime rates
• 210 hours annual leave per year 🏖️
• Company pension scheme
• Healthcare cash plan (dental, optical & wellbeing)
• Long service awards up to £500
• Ofsted bonus payments up to £200
• Refer-a-friend scheme (£150 + £350 after probation
• Monthly recognition awards 🏆
• Free parking, casual dress code & meals on shift
• Company events and wellbeing support

• Child-centred, supportive, and inclusive
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and recognition
• Community-driven and people-first culture

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join a supportive and dedicated residential care team, we encourage you to apply today.

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