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Major Recruitment; Melksham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Block bookings

Training & development

Supportive consultants

Range of services

Job summary

Major Healthcare is seeking compassionate Children's Residential Support Workers to join our agency team in the UK. You will support children and young people in residential settings, fostering safe, nurturing environments and positive routines.

We offer regular work, clear communication, and ongoing opportunities to develop professionally. Flexible shifts, weekly pay, and access to block bookings and ad hoc work are available to suit your availability.

Qualifications

• 6+ months' paid UK experience working with children or young people in a residential setting.
• DBS clearance (Enhanced) or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Current Physical Intervention/Restraint training.
• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people within residential homes.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Promote independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Support with daily routines, education, appointments and recreational activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour using trauma-informed and child-centred approaches.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Complete accurate records and handovers.
• Work collaboratively with residential teams and other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for each young person.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Safeguarding

Relationship-building

Empathy

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce

Job description

£13.85 per hour | £65 per Sleep-In | Weekly Pay

Flexible Days, Nights & Sleep-Ins Available

At Major Healthcare, we're looking for compassionate, resilient and dedicated Children's Residential Support Workers to join our growing agency team.

You'll be supporting children and young people living in residential care settings, helping to provide a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where they can thrive. Every shift is different, but every shift is an opportunity to make a lasting difference.

Why Join Major Healthcare?

We're committed to supporting our agency workers with regular work, excellent communication and ongoing opportunities.

When you join us, you'll receive:

• £13.85 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Flexible shifts to fit around your availability
• Opportunities for regular block bookings and ad hoc work
• Friendly, dedicated recruitment consultants who are always on hand to support you
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to work across a range of high-quality children's residential services

What You'll Be Doing

• Support children and young people within residential homes.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Promote independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Support with daily routines, education, appointments and recreational activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour using trauma-informed and child-centred approaches.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Complete accurate records and handovers.
• Work collaboratively with residential teams and other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for each young person.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• At least 6 months' paid UK experience working with children or young people in a residential setting.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs and behaviours that may challenge.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work a mixture of day shifts, waking nights and sleep-ins.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Current Physical Intervention/Restraint training.
• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent).

Safeguarding & Equality Commitment

Major Healthcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all colleagues to uphold the highest standards of care, professionalism, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS with barred list information, right to work verification, satisfactory references, online and social media checks, and any other checks required in line with statutory guidance.

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