Children Support Worker : Immediate Start

Net-Temps; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services provider in the UK is looking for a Therapeutic Support Practitioner to provide life-changing support to children in a residential setting. You will work in a nurturing environment to help children aged 10–17 with emotional and behavioral challenges. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £14.50/hr + bonus and opportunities for professional growth with fully funded training. A career in this role is not just a job but a path for development and growth in a supportive team.

Benefits

Fully funded Level 3, 4, or 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Specialist training, including Makaton communication skills

Ongoing professional development and mentoring

Clear progression routes into senior roles

Competitive salary + sleep-in payments

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare or similar is desirable.
• Full UK driving license is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional care tailored to individual needs.
• Support education, activities, and personal development.
• Be a positive role model and advocate for well-being.
• Maintain accurate records and incident reports.
• Work collaboratively with families and professionals.
• Carry out household tasks and safety checks.
• Apply safeguarding principles at all times.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Resilient and self-motivated

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Flexibility for shifts

Education

Level 3, 4, or 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Start Your New Career THIS WEEK – Therapeutic Support Practitioner

Location : Derby | Salary : £14.50 / hr + £65 per sleep-in | Annual Bonus : £800

We’re hiring NOW! Immediate start available – don’t wait, apply today!

• Full-time, permanent role in a supportive team.
• Work in a 6-bed EBD home for children aged 10–17.
• Fully funded qualifications (Level 3–5) and specialist training.

Interviews within 48 hours – secure your future today!

Why This Role Matters

Do you want a career where every day counts? As a Therapeutic Support Practitioner, you’ll provide life-changing support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural challenges. Using a trauma-informed approach (PACE model), you’ll help them feel safe, valued, and ready to thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver exceptional care tailored to individual needs.
• Support education, activities, and personal development.
• Be a positive role model and advocate for well-being.
• Maintain accurate records and incident reports.
• Work collaboratively with families and professionals.
• Carry out household tasks and safety checks.
• Apply safeguarding principles at all times.

About the Home

You’ll be working in a 6-bed residential home for children and young people aged 10 to 17 with emotional and behavioral difficulties (EBD). Some of the children are non-verbal, so you’ll play a key role in supporting communication and building trust. This is a warm, family-style environment where every day brings opportunities to make a real difference.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resilient, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Flexibility for shifts and sleep-ins.
• Experience in residential childcare or similar (desirable).
• Full UK driving license (desirable).

What’s in It for You

This isn’t just a job—it’s a career development opportunity. We are passionate about upskilling and will support you every step of the way. Here’s what we offer :

• Fully funded Level 3, 4, or 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Specialist training, including Makaton communication skills.
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring.
• Clear progression routes into senior roles.
• Competitive salary + sleep-in payments.
• A supportive team environment focused on your growth.

This role requires an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references