Residential Support Worker

Ionic Recruitment Ltd; Shirebrook; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in payments

Full training & qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Ionic Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Residential Support Worker in Shirebrook, Derbyshire. You will help young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties by supporting daily routines, education and life skills in a nurturing environment.

The role offers a basic salary of £27,000–£29,000 with paid sleep-ins (OTE £30,000+), full training, funded qualifications and clear career progression in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous residential care experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Attitude, commitment and desire to make a difference are valued above formal qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and activities for young people in a 4-bed home.
• Encourage education, independence and personal growth.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and promote wellbeing.
• Support young people through challenges and celebrate achievements.
• Work as part of a dedicated, supportive team.

Skills

Compassionate

Resilient

Team player

Strong communication

Job description

Residential Support Worker

Shirebrook, Derbyshire

£27,000 - £29,000 Basic Salary

Plus Paid Sleep-Ins (OTE £30,000+)

Full Training, Qualifications & Career Progression

Do you want a career where you can genuinely change lives?

We're looking for compassionate, resilient and dedicated Residential Support Workers to join a friendly and supportive 4-bed children's home in Shirebrook, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to provide stability, encouragement and positive role modelling for young people who need it most. Every day, you'll help children and young people build confidence, develop life skills and achieve outcomes they never thought possible.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Residential Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing and structured environment where young people can thrive. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting daily routines and activities


• Encouraging education, independence and personal growth


• Building positive and trusting relationships


• Promoting emotional wellbeing and resilience


• Supporting young people through challenges and celebrating achievements


• Working as part of a dedicated and supportive team

What's On Offer?

• £27,000 - £29,000 basic salary


• Additional payments for sleep-in shifts (OTE £30,000+)


• Comprehensive training and funded qualifications


• Clear career progression opportunities


• Supportive management and team culture


• A genuinely rewarding role where every day makes a difference

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking caring, motivated individuals who:

• Are passionate about supporting children and young people


• Can remain calm, patient and resilient in challenging situations


• Are positive role models with strong communication skills


• Want to build a long-term career in residential childcare

Previous residential care experience is beneficial but not essential. What matters most is your attitude, commitment and desire to make a difference