Children'S Residential Support Worker

Job post summary

Date posted: August 3, 2026

Pay: £33,604.00 - £33,605.00 per year

Job description:

Children's Residential Support Worker

Permanent

Location: Colne

Job Summary

We are seeking caring, resilient, and dedicated Children's Residential Support Workers / Teaching Assistants to join our team in Colne. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people.

The successful candidate will work closely with young people to support their daily routines, emotional wellbeing, education, and personal development while making a meaningful difference in their lives.

Duties

• Support children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) in a residential care setting.
• Assist with daily routines, personal development, and educational activities.
• Provide emotional support and promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with young people.
• Support young people to develop social, communication, and life skills.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
• Assist with behavioural management strategies in line with organisational policies.
• Ensure the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of all young people at all times.
• Participate in shift work, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

Shift Pattern

2 days on, 4 days off
(Including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Relevant experience working with children
• Experience supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work patiently, empathetically, and professionally in challenging situations.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Relevant qualifications in childcare, education, or residential care are beneficial but not essential.

Benefit:

• Rewarding role making a positive difference to vulnerable young people's lives.
• Ongoing support and development opportunities.
• On-site parking.

Work Location

In person – Colne

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals committed to supporting vulnerable children and young people in a residential care environment while developing their skills and experience in a rewarding setting.

Work Location: In person