Are you an experienced support worker looking for both flexibility and a sense of purpose? Randstad is currently seeking dedicated Residential Children support workers to join our team, supporting various children’s residential homes across North Cumbria.
If you are a support worker with experience caring for children who have experienced trauma, we want to hear from you!
The Role
In this role, you will be providing essential emotional and practical support to children and young people who may have faced significant challenges and trauma. Your goal is to create a safe, nurturing, and stable environment where they can thrive.
Competitive Pay: £15.35 – £17.50 per hour (depending on experience and shift type). Locations available: Carlisle, Wigton, Longtown
Flexibility & Shift Patterns
Choose the shifts that fit your lifestyle via our easy-to-use booking system. Available shift patterns include:
- Long Days – Ideal for those who prefer to complete their hours in fewer blocks.
- Days with Sleep‑ins – Providing continuity of care through the evening and night.
- Waking Nights – For the night owls who excel at providing a calm, safe presence during the late hours.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Building positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable young people.
- Assisting with daily routines, including education, hobbies, and life skills.
- Managing challenging behaviors with empathy and de‑escalation techniques.
- Ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and care are met at all times.
- Maintaining accurate daily logs and reports.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: Previous experience in a residential childcare or a similar support setting is essential.
- Resilience: An empathetic nature with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to engage with both children and professional teams.
- Compliance: Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check (or have one on the update service) and provide full employment references.
Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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