Therapeutic Children's Residential Support Worker

Prospects; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Sleep-in pay

Diploma funded

Healthcare support

Career progression

Free meals on shift

Job summary

Homes2Inspire in Henlade near Taunton is seeking a Children's Residential Support Worker to join a 3-bed home. You will support children who have experienced trauma, providing safe, nurturing care and contributing to their recovery and growth.

The role requires shifts including weekends and sleep-ins, a full UK driving licence, and safeguarding commitment. We offer £29,767-£31,579 p.a. plus £50 per sleep-in and extensive staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people, or adults with complex needs.
• Strong emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to work shifts, weekends and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide day-to-day care, guidance, and emotional support.
• Help children develop independence and essential life skills.
• Support children to access education, hobbies, activities, and community opportunities.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times.
• Respond calmly and therapeutically to challenging situations.
• Work closely with colleagues, social workers, education professionals, and clinicians.
• Contribute to care planning, record keeping, and celebrating children's achievements.

Skills

Experience with children

Driving licence

Calm under pressure

Shift work

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Homes2Inspire in Henlade near Taunton is seeking a Children's Residential Support Worker to join a 3-bed home. You will support children who have experienced trauma, providing safe, nurturing care and contributing to their recovery and growth.

The role requires shifts including weekends and sleep-ins, a full UK driving licence, and safeguarding commitment. We offer £29,767-£31,579 p.a. plus £50 per sleep-in and extensive staff benefits.