Children’s Support Worker (EBD) at Trusted Talent

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Benefits offered by this job

28 Days Holiday

Your Birthday Off – Fully Paid!

Ofsted Bonus

Start‑Up Present When You Join

Christmas Present Every Year

Employer of the Year Reward – Paid Holiday to Spain!

High Street Vouchers

Free On‑Site Parking

Team Building Nights Out

Fully Paid DBS Check

Ongoing Training & Funded Qualifications

Clear Progression Opportunities

Job summary

A supportive residential child care provider in Swadlincote is seeking a Children’s Support Worker to provide care and support to young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. The role offers competitive pay of £13.00 – £13.50 per hour, with various perks including 28 days holiday, career progression opportunities, and more. Ideal candidates will have experience with children, a passion for making a difference, and the ability to manage challenging behaviours. Join a close-knit team and make a real impact in child care.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is essential.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection is crucial.
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviours calmly and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children with EBD.
• Promote positive behaviour management strategies.
• Support daily routines and recreational activities.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Confidence in managing challenging behaviours

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Passion for making a difference

Job description

Job Title: Children’s Support Worker
Agency: Trusted Talent
Location: Swadlincote, Derbyshire
Salary/Rate: £13 – £13.5/annum Flexibility for additional hours

Job Summary – Children’s Support Worker (EBD)

Make a Real Difference in Residential Child Care

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Children’s Support Worker to join our welcoming and supportive team in a residential children’s home in Swadlincote. This is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career in residential child care, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

If you are passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable young people and want to grow within a professional residential child care environment, this role is for you.

Working in residential child care means every day is meaningful. You will help create a safe, structured, and nurturing home where young people can rebuild trust, develop life skills, and achieve their full potential.

The Role

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people with EBD
• Promote positive behaviour management strategies
• Support daily routines, education, and recreational activities
• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people
• Maintain accurate records in line with policies and regulations
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times

This is a hands‑on, rewarding role within residential child care, where your impact truly matters.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviours calmly and professionally
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• Passion for making a difference in residential child care

THE PERKS – AND WE MEAN PERKS!

We believe great people deserve great rewards. Here’s what makes us stand out in residential child care:

• 28 Days Holiday – increasing up to 33 days with length of service
• Your Birthday Off – Fully Paid!
• Ofsted Bonus
• Start‑Up Present When You Join
• Christmas Present Every Year
• Employer of the Year Reward – Paid Holiday to Spain!
• High Street Vouchers
• Free On‑Site Parking
• Team Building Nights Out
• Fully Paid DBS Check
• Ongoing Training & Funded Qualifications
• Clear Progression Opportunities

We don’t just offer a job in residential child care; we offer a career, recognition, and genuine appreciation.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay: £13.00 – £13.50 per hour
• Supportive, close‑kitted team
• Structured shift pattern (1 on, 2 off)
• No sleep‑ins required
• Career progression with training included

If you are ready to build a meaningful career in residential child care, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Today

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