Children's Residential Support Worker (Learning Disabilities)

The Tiger Group Consultancy Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Flexible schedule

On-site parking

Paid training

Sick pay

Job summary

The Tiger Group Consultancy Ltd is recruiting a Children's Residential Support Worker to support children aged 7-17 with learning disabilities in a residential setting in Reading, UK. The role focuses on safety, relationship-building, and empowering young people to reach their potential.

You will work as part of a supportive team to provide person-centered care, encourage independence, and help young people participate in education and daily activities.

Qualifications

• Excellent teamwork and communication with children and families.
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development.
• Demonstrated empathy, resilience and ability to build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Support emotional wellbeing and daily challenges.
• Help children develop independence and life skills.
• Support educational goals and learning plans.
• Plan activities and community-based experiences.
• Deliver engaging key work sessions and use positive behaviour approaches.
• Support routines, personal care and communication as needed.
• Collaborate with schools, families and external professionals.

Skills

Teamwork

Relationship building

Willingness to develop

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Children's Residential Support Worker (Learning Disabilities)

Do you have experience supporting children or young people and want a career where your work genuinely changes lives?

Are you energetic, compassionate, resilient, and someone who enjoys being active, building relationships, and helping young people reach their potential?

Our client is seeking dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to join their growing team and help create a safe, supportive, and nurturing home for children and young people aged 7-17 with learning disabilities and additional needs.

This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to become a positive role model and help children build confidence, independence, and brighter futures.

Why Join?

Our client places children and young people at the heart of everything they do. They provide person-centred care through their residential children's services and work collaboratively to create meaningful, lasting outcomes.

If you enjoy being active, engaging in community activities, creating positive experiences, and helping children overcome barriers, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The Role

As a Children's Residential Support Worker, no two days are the same. You will play a key role in helping children feel safe, valued, and supported within a family-style environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Building strong, trusting relationships with children and young people
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and encouraging positive daily challenges
• Helping children develop independence and essential life skills
• Supporting educational and learning goals
• Planning activities and community-based experiences
• Delivering engaging and meaningful key work sessions
• Using positive behaviour support approaches
• Supporting children with routines, communication, and personal care where required
• Working alongside schools, families, and external professionals
• Creating a safe, welcoming, and nurturing home environment
• Acting as a positive role model every day

Whether it's helping a young person achieve a personal milestone, supporting a day out, teaching life skills, or simply being a consistent and trusted adult, your contribution will make a real difference.

Requirements

Desirable:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards)
• Previous experience supporting children and young people
• Full UK Driving Licence (or working towards obtaining one)

Essential:

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development
• Ability to work as part of a team and build positive relationships

What's on Offer?

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive management and regular supervision
• Positive and values-led working culture
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills in learning disabilities and child development
• The chance to make a genuine difference in young people's lives

Benefits

• Company pension
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid training
• Sick pay

Safeguarding

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.