Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home

Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire Salary: £13.33 per hour + £50 per sleep-in Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent JP Healthcare Recruitment is looking for caring and motivated Residential Support Workers to join a supportive children’s residential home in the Chesterfield area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference to children and young people, providing a safe, stable and nurturing environment where they can grow, develop and achieve positive outcomes. The Role You’ll be part of a dedicated residential team, supporting children and young people with their day-to-day lives. Key responsibilities include: * Building positive and trusting relationships with young people * Providing emotional and practical support * Supporting education, activities, appointments and community engagement * Encouraging independence, confidence and essential life skills * Supporting young people through challenging or emotional situations * Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times * Completing daily records, key-work sessions and care documentation * Helping to create a warm, safe and genuinely homely environment What We’re Looking For * Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable individuals within care, education, youth work, health or a similar setting * A caring, patient and resilient approach * Good communication and relationship-building skills * Understanding of safeguarding and child protection * Full UK driving licence * Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and sleep-ins * Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare is desirable, although candidates willing to work towards the qualification will be considered What’s On Offer? £13.33 per hour + £50 for every sleep-in You’ll also have opportunities for training, development and genuine career progression within children’s residential care: Support Worker → Senior → Team Leader → Deputy Manager → Registered Manager If you’re passionate about supporting children and young people and want a role where you can genuinely make a difference, apply today and JP Healthcare Recruitment will be in touch for a confidential discussion