Children's Residential Support Worker

Leader Group; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization dedicated to children's care is seeking Children's Residential Support Workers across West Yorkshire. The role involves providing emotional support, encouraging positive routines, and maintaining a stable environment for children aged 8-17. Candidates should have experience in a similar setting and possess a genuine passion for supporting young people. Competitive pay and flexible working hours offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of recent experience supporting children or young people in a residential or similar setting.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional under pressure.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts including long days, nights, and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, emotional support, and guidance to children in placement.
• Complete daily logs and reports in accordance with Ofsted and company standards.
• Work collaboratively with senior staff, social workers, and other professionals.

Skills

Supporting children or young people

Calm and patient under pressure

Encouraging positive routines

Working collaboratively

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Location: Various locations across West Yorkshire

Pay: From £13.00 per hour (dependent on experience)

Shifts: Days, nights, and sleep‑ins available

Contract Type: Temporary, Temp‑to‑Perm, and Permanent Opportunities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people?

Leader Health and Social Care are currently recruiting Children's Residential Support Workers to join our growing team across West Yorkshire.

You will be working in small, nurturing residential homes supporting children and young people aged 8-17 years who may present with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs, challenging behaviours, or complex backgrounds.

Your Role

• Provide day‑to‑day care, emotional support, and guidance to children in placement
• Encourage positive routines, education, and healthy relationships
• Support young people in line with their individual care plans
• Maintain professional boundaries and promote a safe, stable environment
• Complete daily logs and reports in accordance with Ofsted and company standards
• Work collaboratively with senior staff, social workers, and other professionals

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of recent experience supporting children or young people in a residential or similar setting (essential)
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – desirable but not essential
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle – preferred
• A genuine passion for supporting children to reach their full potential
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional under pressure
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts including long days, nights, and sleep‑ins
• Full UK Driving Licence would be advantageous

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay and weekly pay
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Temp, temp‑to‑perm, and permanent options
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Dedicated compliance and support team

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applications from individuals currently under a sponsorship arrangement will not be considered.

If you have experience working with children and young people in care and want to make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us today to discuss current opportunities across West Yorkshire.

HSCCH