Qualified Residential Children's Support Worker

Elwood Recruitment; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Wolverhampton seeks a Residential Support Worker to provide high-quality care in a children's service. This full-time role involves delivering tailored support to vulnerable young people, contributing to care plans, and maintaining a nurturing environment. Successful candidates will hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and possess strong interpersonal skills. The position requires flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and training

Opportunities for professional development

Positive and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a busy and dynamic environment, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts.
• Experience working with vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care in line with organisational standards.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Contribute to individual care plans and behaviour support plans.
• Support young people's education, health, and well-being.
• Perform household duties and maintain a welcoming environment.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Report writing

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Are you an experienced level 3 CYP qualified residential children’s support worker looking for a career where you can help to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people? Join a passionate team where your work truly matters.

Elwood Recruitment is seeking driven residential children’s support workers for a local children and young people’s service specialising in residential care for children with learning disabilities and emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). Full time hours available, shift based (including evenings, weekends and sleep‑ins) shift patterns 2 days on, 4 days off rolling rota.

About the Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in providing high‑quality care and support tailored to the individual needs of the children and young people within the service. This is a rewarding role where you will work alongside a supportive team to create a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high‑quality care in line with organisational standards, policies, and current legislation.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people to support their personal growth and development.
• Contribute to the creation and implementation of individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans.
• Support young people in their education, health, and well‑being by maintaining communication with schools, attending appointments, and facilitating activities.
• Perform household duties such as cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a welcoming home environment.
• Actively participate in team meetings, training, and personal development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Transport young people to appointments, education, and recreational activities as required.

What We’re Looking For

• Empathetic and resilient individuals with a compassion and a flexible approach to their work.
• A genuine desire to help young people overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a commitment to supporting colleagues and young people.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Experience working with vulnerable young people.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Ability to work in a busy and dynamic environment, including evenings, weekends, and sleep‑in shifts.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing support.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A positive and inclusive working environment.
• The chance to make a real difference to the lives of looked after children.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

Elwood Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and references.

Job Types: Full‑time Temp to perm