Children's Residential Support Worker

RJS Resourcing Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care organization is seeking passionate Residential Care Workers and Senior Residential Care Workers to enhance the lives of young individuals with emotional and behavioral challenges in Warrington. This full-time role offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development. Join from the beginning to help create a child-centered home that fosters growth and resilience.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Free parking

Casual dress

Employee mentoring and development programme

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience in emotional and behavioral difficulties (EBD) care is preferred.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries is essential.
• Full UK driving licence is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, consistent care to children aged 8-17.
• Support daily routines and community engagement activities.
• Build trusting relationships to promote emotional resilience.

Skills

Experience working within children's residential care

Excellent communication skills

Resilience and patience

Ability to build positive relationships

Education

Level 3 Children & Young People/Residential Childcare

Job description

Children's Home - Warrington

£26,000 - £30,000 (Residential Care Worker)

£30,000 - £38,000 (Senior Residential Care Worker)

Full-Time, Permanent - EBD Service

We are partnering with an established and ambitious children's residential provider who are opening a brand-new 3-bed EBD home in Warrington. They are now looking to complete their staffing team with dedicated Residential Care Workers and Senior Residential Care Workers who are passionate about improving the lives of young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a new home from the very beginning and help shape a stable, nurturing and child-centred environment.

What's on Offer

• £26,000 - £30,000 (Residential Care Worker)
• £30,000 - £48,000 (Senior Residential Care Worker)
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Casual dress
• Employee mentoring and development programme
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for progression
• A chance to be part of a brand-new children's home from day one

The Role

Supporting the Registered Manager and wider team, you will:

• Provide high-quality, consistent care to children and young people aged 8-17
• Support daily routines, appointments, education, activities, family time and community engagement
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote emotional resilience and independence
• Work as part of a rota including days, evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins
• Maintain accurate records, logs and safeguarding documentation
• Ensure the home operates in line with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
• Support behaviour management and respond calmly and professionally to challenging situations
• Promote a safe, nurturing and child-centred living environment
• Work collaboratively with social workers, health professionals and external agencies

Senior Care Workers will also:

• Take responsibility for leading shifts and directing staff
• Support staff mentoring, development and adherence to professional boundaries
• Assist with quality assurance checks, audits and monitoring processes
• Act as a point of support for the team in the Registered Manager's absence

What We're Looking For

• Experience working within children's residential care (EBD experience desirable)
• Level 3 Children & Young People/Residential Childcare (preferred but not essential for RSW roles)
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
• Resilience, patience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• Ability to work as part of a rota, including sleep-ins
• Full UK driving licence (highly desirable)

If you are passionate about providing genuine care, want to be part of a supportive new team, and are committed to making a meaningful impact in young people's lives, we would love to hear from you