Residential Support Worker – Children’s Residential

Job Title: Residential Support Worker – Children’s Services

Location: Totton

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 + sleep-ins

Contract Type: Full time – (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Bank Holidays)

Requirements

• Must have the right to live and work in the UK
• Must be able to work long shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Previous experience working with children or in a residential care setting is desirable
• Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already held)

About the role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in providing consistent, high-quality care in a children’s residential setting. You’ll help create a safe, stable, and supportive home environment that enables young people to thrive emotionally, socially, and practically.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting children with daily routines such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care
• Building positive relationships and acting as a key worker
• Encouraging engagement in education, activities, and community life
• Attending appointments and supporting young people in developing independence
• Managing challenging behaviours and responding effectively in crisis situations (training provided)
• Promoting safeguarding and emotional wellbeing at all times

Benefits

• Overtime opportunities
• Sleep-in shifts paid additionally
• Company pension scheme
• Regular training and supervision
• Career development and progression opportunities
• A supportive, values-driven work environment

Skills

• 6–12 months’ experience in a care environment (children or adults)
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Empathetic, resilient, and trustworthy
• Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently
• Comfortable using computers and recording systems
• Willing to actively participate in activities with children in and outside the home

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