Residential Support Worker- Young People

Children’s Residential Support Worker We are currently recruiting on behalf of a client providing both children’s residential care and supported accommodation services across Southampton. Their children’s homes support young people aged 11–15, while their supported accommodation services work with 16–18-year-olds preparing for independence. About the Role As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will act as a positive role model and parental figure, supporting young people with their daily routines, emotional wellbeing and personal development. You will be working within small, supportive teams to help create a safe, nurturing and structured environment. Shifts & Hours- * Long day: 9:00am – 11:00pm + sleep-in * Morning: 7:00am – 9:30am (next day) * 3-week rolling rota: * Week 1: 2 shifts * Week 2: 2 shifts * Week 3: 3 shifts * Total: 115.5 hours every 3 weeks Benefits- * Opportunity to transition from temp to permanent * Funded qualifications: * Level 4 Residential Childcare (or Level 3 depending on eligibility) * Specialist training including: * PRICE restraint training * Developmental Trauma * Therapeutic Parenting * Meals provided on shift * Small, supportive team environments Requirements- * Aged 21 or over * Full manual UK driving licence * Minimum 6 months’ experience in residential childcare * Comfortable completing sleep-in shifts If you’re passionate about making a difference and supporting young people to thrive, we’d love to hear from you