Childrens Residential Support Worker

Edison Young People; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Edison Young People is seeking a Children's Residential Support Worker to provide essential support to children with emotional and behavioral difficulties. This role involves daily routines, emotional management, and creating a safe environment. With fully funded training and a supportive team, this position offers a chance to make a real difference in young lives.

Benefits

Refer-a-friend bonus

Fully funded Blue Light Card

Free meals on shift

Fully funded qualifications & training

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and over the age of 21.
• Willingness to learn about trauma-informed care.
• Life experience from any background.

Responsibilities

• Support children with daily routines and activities.
• Use a trauma-informed approach to help children feel safe.
• Write reports and logs for smooth operations.

Skills

Patience

Caring

Reliability

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

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Children’s Residential Support Worker – EBD

Location: Staffordshire, Crewe and Market Drayton

Training: Fully funded qualifications & personal development

Looking for a job where you can really make a difference?

At Edison Young People, that’s exactly what we do—every single day.

If you’ve got a big heart, loads of patience, and want to support children who’ve had a tough start in life, this could be the perfect role for you.

You’ll be part of a small, close-knit team who genuinely care—not just about the children, but about each other.

This is more than a job. It’s a chance to build positive memories, help young people heal from past trauma, and support them as they learn to trust, thrive, and feel at home.

A bit about the role:

Every day is different. Some days are tough. But every day, you’ll be doing something that really matters.

You’ll:

• Be a calm, steady presence in a child’s life when they need it most
• Supporting children with daily routines—school, meals, homework, activities
• Use a trauma-informed approach to help them feel safe, understood, and valued
• Help young people manage their emotions and behaviours in a positive, respectful way
• Working as part of a close-knit team that’s got each other’s backs and works together to give children the best care possible
• Keeping the home tidy, safe, and a place to be proud of
• Writing reports and logs to help keep things running smoothly and safely
• Life experience from any background – we’ll provide full training!
• A calm, caring and reliable personality
• Willingness to learn about trauma-informed care (don’t worry, we’ll teach you)
• A full UK driving licence and be over the age of 21
• Willingness to work shifts, including sleep-ins

What you’ll get in return:

• Refer-a-friend bonus – earn up to £500!
• Fully funded Blue Light Card – discounts across shops, restaurants & more
• Free meals on shift – everyone eats together, just like at home
• Fully funded qualifications & training – start or grow your career with us
• Employee Assistance Programme – financial, mental health & wellbeing support through Health Shield
• A full induction when you join, and ongoing support from a passionate, experienced team

A few more things:

• We usually work around 11 day shifts (8am–11pm) per month, and 7–10 sleep-ins
• We’ll support you through your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare if you don’t already have it
• You’ll always have people around who’ve got your back—our teams really are like family

Ready to apply?

If this sounds like your kind of role. We’d love to hear from you.

We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All offers are subject to enhanced DBS checks and references in line with Safer Recruitment standards.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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