Job Description
CHILDREN'S SUPPORT WORKER (THERAPEUTIC RESIDENTIAL SETTING)\n\nSalary: £13 - £14 PH (depending on experience & qualifications) Location: Durham Contract: Temp Shift Pattern: Days - 8am to 8pm\n\nAbout the Role\n\nOur client is seeking dedicated and resilient Children's Support Workers to join a therapeutic residential service supporting children aged 7-12 with challenging behaviours, emotional needs, and additional health considerations such as epilepsy.\n\nYou will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stable environment where children can grow, develop, and feel secure. The role involves supporting children with daily routines, emotional regulation, social development, and positive behaviour strategies.\n\nA key part of the role includes school runs and collections, so a driver is essential.\n\nAbout the Service\n\nThe home provides a warm, family‑style environment for 3-4 children, offering stability, structure, and therapeutic support. Children are encouraged to enjoy activities such as TV, games consoles, creative play, and social time, helping them build confidence, resilience, and meaningful connections.\n\nWhat You'll Be Doing\n\nProviding emotional, behavioural, and practical support to children aged 7-12\n\nUsing therapeutic approaches to help children develop coping skills and positive routines\n\nSupporting children with epilepsy and responding appropriately to health needs\n\nBuilding trusting, supportive relationships that promote safety and wellbeing\n\nWorking as part of a team to create a consistent, nurturing environment\n\nCompleting school drop‑offs and collections (driving essential)\n\nEncouraging social skills, independence, and positive behaviour\n\nParticipating in daily activities, household tasks, and care planning
