Childrens Residential Support Worker

Childrens Residential Support Worker

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Location: Rotherham
Salary: £25,500 £26,900 per annum
Additional Earnings: £3,000 £9,000 per year from sleep-ins
Hours: 08:0022:00, 39 hours per week (long day shifts plus sleep-ins)
Contract: Full-time, temporary with the opportunity to become permanent
Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence required

About the Role We are recruiting full-time Childrens Residential Support Workers to join residential homes across the Rotherham area. You will be supporting children and young people with severe learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs within a safe, structured, and family-style environment.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, helping young people feel secure, valued, and supported to live positive and fulfilling lives.
No Experience Needed

Previous experience isnt essential. Full training and support is provided, including:
Full induction programme

Funded qualifications

Ongoing training, coaching, and development

This role is ideal if youre starting a career in care or looking for a change. There are genuine progression opportunities, with many managers having started as support workers.

Key Responsibilities Provide a safe, caring, and supportive home environment

Support children and young people with daily routines and activities

Act as a positive role model and build strong, trusting relationships

Encourage independence, confidence, and life skills

Take part in activities such as sports, gaming, days out, and hobbies

Support with household tasks to maintain a clean and welcoming home

Provide personal care where required

Promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour

Requirements Full UK Driving Licence

Caring, patient, and resilient approach

Strong communication skills and a positive attitude

Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins

Ability to build professional and supportive relationships with young people

Makaton or BSL skills xwzovoh are desirable but not essential

Benefits Clear career progression and development pathways

Competitive salary with enhanced pay based on qualifications and experience

Funded qualifications and accredited training

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Regular supervision, support, and team meetings

Free meals during shifts

Blue Light Card discounts on shopping, travel, and leisure

Workplace pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support

Staff referral scheme (£500 bonus)

28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays

Free enhanced DBS

Internal communication app to stay connected