Children's Residential Support Worker – Temp to Perm

Children's Residential Support Worker – Temp to Perm

39 hours per week | £12.71 rising to £14.45 after 12 weeks | 2–4 sleep-ins per month | Immediate starts available

We are currently recruiting for a Children's Residential Support Worker to join a residential home supporting children aged 5–13 years with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).

This is a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity, offering 39 hours per week with the opportunity to move into a permanent position following a successful temporary period.

The role

You'll be working as part of an experienced residential team, providing a safe, stable and nurturing home environment for children who may display behaviours that can be challenging as a result of their individual needs and experiences.

The role will involve building positive and consistent relationships with the children, supporting their emotional wellbeing and helping them with everyday life.

Duties may include:

• Supporting children with their daily routines

• Providing emotional and behavioural support

• Helping children develop independence and life skills

• Supporting with activities, appointments and school routines

• Managing challenging situations calmly and appropriately

• Maintaining clear boundaries and providing consistent support

• Working closely with the wider residential team

Hours & shifts

The position is based on 39 hours per week, with approximately 2–4 sleep-ins per month.

Day staff generally work a mixture of long days (typically 7:30am–10:30pm), early shifts, late shifts and sleep-ins, including weekends on a rota basis.

Pay

£12.71 per hour for the first 12 weeks

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£14.45 per hour after 12 weeks

Sleep-ins are paid in addition.

What we're looking for

Previous experience within children's residential care, EBD, SEN, support work or a similar care setting would be beneficial.

We are looking for people who are patient, resilient, reliable and able to remain calm in challenging situations, with a genuine interest in making a positive difference to children's lives.

Drivers are preferred but not essential.

Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work full-time in the UK. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.

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If you're looking for consistent full-time hours and an opportunity to develop a career within children's residential care, we'd love to hear from you.

Immediate starts available – apply today and a member of the Hunts Recruitment team will be in touch.