Residential Support Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Support Workers to join their team in Leeds. This role involves working with vulnerable young people, providing essential support and care in children's homes. Candidates with experience in SEN education, youth work, or fostering will find this opportunity rewarding. Enjoy public sector benefits, job security, and excellent progression opportunities while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those who need it most. If you are dedicated to supporting youth and have the right qualifications, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Annual pay reviews

Enhanced pension benefits

Job security with local council

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable young people from traumatic backgrounds.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 in Residential Childcare.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable young people in children's homes.
• Work closely with local council to provide care and stability.

Skills

Experience with children and young adults

Knowledge of learning disabilities

Mental health awareness

Ability to work shift patterns

Education

Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Do you have a passion for working with children and young people? If you have professional experience working with young people, then a job supporting vulnerable young people could be for you!

Important Notice

Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have the right to work in the UK.

Charles Hunter Associates is a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years. I work within the South of England and will work closely with you to help find the most suitable role.

About the Role

I am looking for passionate Support Workers with experience working with Children or Young Adults from traumatic backgrounds, or those with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health issues, or Challenging Behaviours.

My client is the local council, which has several children's homes in and around Leeds, with plans to open more. These homes support young people with trauma, difficult starts in life, and those with learning disabilities.

If you have experience with children and young people in SEN education, youth work, young offenders, or fostering, a career in children's homes may be suitable for you.

Benefits

• £26,424 per annum
• Hourly rate uplifts for working beyond 10pm and on weekends
• OTE of £31,000 per annum
• Public sector benefits including annual pay reviews and enhanced pension benefits
• Job security with a local council employer
• Excellent progression opportunities within the council

Candidate Requirements

• Experience working with children or young adults with learning disabilities, mental health issues, or challenging behaviours—such as SEN schools, youth work, community youth programs, children's learning disabilities, semi-independent services, care leavers, youth justice, or children's homes
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete)
• Ability to work shift patterns, including weekends and overnight stays

For more information, apply now.

Please note, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship.