Children’s Residential Support Worker

Newcross Healthcare Solutions Limited; Newry; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health and social care provider as a Children's Residential Support Worker in Newry, where you will have a profound impact on the lives of children and young people. You will support them in a caring environment, ensuring their needs are met. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible shift patterns, and numerous perks including training opportunities and refer-a-friend bonuses.

Benefits

Same-Day Pay

Total flexibility via HealthForceGo app

Access to CPD-accredited training courses

Free uniform and welcome gift

Exclusive discounts through Perks at Work

Qualifications

• 6 months of full-time care experience in the last 3 years.
• At least 3 months experience working with children or young people.
• Required NISC registration and Access NI check.

Responsibilities

• Creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for children.
• Providing emotional, social, and physical support.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Commitment to care

Education

Level 3 qualification in children's services

Job description

Children’s Residential Support Worker – in Newry

Are you ready to transform the lives of children and young people? Join Newcross Healthcare as a Residential Support Worker in Newry, where every shift is a chance to make a lasting impact.

We’re looking for compassionate, reliable individuals to take on rewarding Residential Support Worker roles in children’s homes across Northern Ireland. You’ll help create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where young people can thrive – emotionally, socially, and physically.

What’s in it for you?

As a Children’s Residential Support Worker with Newcross, you’ll earn £13.90 – £16.68per hour, depending on shift pattern. Choose the work style that suits you – from regular long-term placements to flexible shifts.

Why join Newcross Healthcare?

• Same-Day Pay – access up to 50% of the value of your completed shifts instantly

• Total flexibility – choose when and where you work via our easy-to-use HealthForceGo app

• Level up your skills – access hundreds of CPD-accredited training courses, including safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and more via FuturU

• Earn up to £500 with our “Introduce a Friend” referral scheme

• Enjoy welcome perks – receive a free uniform and a special gift box when you join

• Exclusive discounts – save with 30,000+ deals on groceries, tech, travel, and more through Perks at Work

What we’re looking for:

• A minimum of 6 months of full-time care experience in the last 3 years, including at least 3 months working with children or young people

• A Level 3 qualification in children’s services is highly desirable

• The right to work in the UK

• Commitment to delivering exceptional care and support in a residential setting

• Applicants will be required to hold NISC registration
• Applicants will require an Access NI check

About Newcross Healthcare

For nearly 30 years, Newcross has been a trusted name in health and social care staffing. We empower our teams with smart technology, 24/7 support, and a real sense of belonging – so they can focus on delivering life-changing care.

If you’re passionate about working with children and want to grow your career as a Residential Support Worker in Northern Ireland, we’d love to hear from you.