Residential Support Worker - Children's Services

Tudor Employment Agency; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Tudor Employment Agency is seeking a compassionate Residential Support Worker for a Children’s Services setting in Burton-upon-Trent. You will support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes in a safe, nurturing home environment.

The role involves evenings, weekends and sleep-ins with a salary of £24,500–£29,000 per year plus sleep-in allowance. Full UK driving licence and DBS clearance are required, with training and development ongoing.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to achieve within 2 years.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Demonstrated passion for supporting children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Support daily routines including education, health and leisure activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour through consistency and role modelling.
• Assist with cooking, cleaning, personal care and independent living skills.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and keyworker documentation.
• Support care planning, risk assessments and review meetings.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote welfare at all times.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques when required.
• Attend training, team meetings and supervision sessions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patience and empathy

Emotional resilience

Team player

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Willingness to achieve within 2 years

Job description

Residential Support Worker - Children's Services

Location: Burton-upon-Trent
Salary: £24,500 - £29,000 per annum + sleep-in allowance
Hours: Full-time, Permanent (including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins)
Reports To: Team Leader / Deputy Manager / Registered Manager

About the Role

We are recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker to join the team at Burton-upon-Trent. You will play a vital role in supporting children and young people, helping them achieve positive outcomes while providing a safe, nurturing and stable home

environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people
• Support daily routines including education, health, leisure activities and emotional wellbeing
• Encourage positive behaviour through consistency, support and role modelling
• Assist with cooking, cleaning, personal care and independent living skills
• Maintain accurate records, reports and keyworker documentation
• Support care planning, risk assessments and review meetings
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of children at all times
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques when required
• Attend training, team meetings and supervision sessions

Essential Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to achieve within 2 years
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Passion for supporting children and young people

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Patient, caring and emotionally resilient
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Positive team player with a proactive approach

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £24,500 - £29,000 per annum
• Sleep-in allowance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people