Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home

Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home (EX1 Area)
Full-Time | Immediate Starts Available

We are currently recruiting Residential Support Workers (RSWs) to join a children’s residential home in the EX1 area. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people within a supportive, nurturing, and structured environment.

Salary & Benefits:

• £13.50–£14.00 per hour (dependent on qualifications)
• £50 sleep-in allowance per shift
• Full-time hours (based on approximately 12 shifts per month)
• 24-hour shifts, typically 2–3 per week (often back-to-back)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

About the Role:
As a Residential Support Worker, you will support children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), many of whom have experienced trauma. You will play a key role in creating a safe, stable, and caring home environment, helping young people build positive relationships, develop life skills, and achieve their personal goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day care and emotional support
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
• Support behaviour management using a trauma-informed approach
• Promote education, health, and wellbeing
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in children’s residential care is desirable
• We will also consider candidates with experience supporting individuals with high EBD needs
• A genuine passion for supporting young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred

Please note:
Applications from candidates with only nursery experience or solely elderly/hospital care backgrounds will not be considered.

Requirements:

• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins, weekends, and holidays

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can have a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered.