Residential children's support worker Jobs

New

Specialist residential support worker

We are actively recruiting experienced Residential Support Workers for our speci...

Location

United Kingdom , Central London

Salary:

13.00 - 18.00 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

January 07, 2026

Requirements

A minimum of 6 months' paid experience in a residential children's home within the last 3 years
A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
Full eligibility to work in the UK
An enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
A valid overseas police certificate if you have lived outside the UK for 6+ months in the last 5 years

Job Responsibility

Providing outstanding daily care and support to children within the residential setting
Confidently managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours to keep young people safe
Making decisive, appropriate decisions in high-pressure situations
Maintaining precise, detailed daily records and incident reports
Building trust and rapport with young people through creative engagement
Collaborating with the wider team to implement and support daily care plans
Demonstrating strong professional boundaries and sound judgment

What we offer

Competitive Pay: An elevated wage that respects your specialist experience
Consistency: A rolling rota for a predictable work-life balance
Supportive Environment: A close-knit team backed by the dedicated Randstad specialist team
Pay Flexibility: A variety of pay options to suit your personal needs
Development: Access to training to enhance and develop your skills
Referral Bonus: Earn £300 for successfully referring a friend

New

Residential Support Worker

Join Our Specialist Team in Wokingham. Are you an experienced Support Worker wit...

Location

United Kingdom , Wokingham

Salary:

13.00 - 18.00 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

January 07, 2026

Requirements

Eligibility to work in the UK
A minimum of 6 months' paid experience as a residential children's support worker within the last 3 years
A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
An updated enhanced DBS (or be willing to obtain one)
A valid overseas police certificate (if you've lived outside the UK for 6+ months in the last 5 years)

Job Responsibility

Provide comprehensive care and daily support within a residential setting
Confidently manage and defuse challenging behaviours to ensure safety
Make decisive, appropriate decisions in high-pressure situations
Maintain detailed, accurate daily records and incident reports
Creatively engage with young people to establish positive relationships
Collaborate with the wider team to implement care plans effectively
Demonstrate strong judgement and maintain clear professional boundaries

What we offer

Elevated Pay Rate: A competitive wage that exceeds local rates
Consistency: A rolling rota for a predictable work-life balance
Supportive Team: A close-knit team backed by the dedicated Randstad specialist team
Flexible Pay: A variety of pay options to suit your needs
Professional Development: Access to training to use and develop your specialist skills
Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn £300 for successful referrals

Parttime

New

Specialist Residential Support Worker

Are you a Residential Support Worker with experience in complex children's servi...

Location

United Kingdom , Camden

Salary:

13.00 - 18.00 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

January 07, 2026

Requirements

Minimum of 6 months' paid experience in a children's residential home within the last 3 years
Full UK driving licence and access to your own car
Full eligibility to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS (or be willing to obtain one)
Valid overseas police certificate (if you've lived outside the UK for 6+ months in the last 5 years)

Job Responsibility

Providing high-quality daily care and support to young people
Confidently de-escalating heightened behaviours and managing challenging situations
Making decisive, appropriate decisions in line with safeguarding and care plans
Building positive, trusting relationships with young people through creative engagement
Maintaining precise, detailed daily logs and incident reports
Collaborating effectively with the wider team and external agencies
Upholding strong professional boundaries and demonstrating sound judgment

What we offer

Weekly pay
Flexible working hours
A stable, consistent, rolling rota
Supportive culture
Flexible pay options
Career development and access to training
Refer a Friend Bonus (£300)

New

Residential support worker

Are you enthusiastic about positively impacting the lives of children and young ...

Location

United Kingdom , Inverness

Salary:

17.05 - 21.31 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

February 23, 2026

Requirements

Have previous experience working in a care setting with young people in the UK
Have knowledge of cognitive behavioural approaches, attachment theory and child protection policy
Be able to demonstrate how your lived experiences have informed your approach to care
Have experience advocating on behalf of a young person
Register under the PVG scheme and SSSC
Full driving licence
Obtained SVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent

Job Responsibility

Proficiency in clear and legible writing for effective report and documentation comprehension
Willingness to engage in recreational activities with young residents and foster their interests in new hobbies
Eagerness for personal development and a hunger for learning
Basic IT skills
Strong ability to engage positively with young individuals
Empathy toward young people who have faced emotional and behavioural challenges
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, when interacting with diverse individuals, including Social Workers, parents, and external professionals

What we offer

Competitive rates up to £21.31 per hour plus double time on bank holidays
Employee discount scheme with major highstreet retailers
Unlimited friend referral bonuses- £300 per referral!!
£300 signing bonus
Training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills
Endorsement on SSSC
Support from within the team and a dedicated Randstad consultant
A supportive and inclusive working environment
The chance to make a significant difference in the lives of young people

New

Childrens Residential Support Worker

Are you a compassionate and experienced individual looking to make a real differ...

Location

United Kingdom , Welshpool

Salary:

12.21 - 18.00 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

January 03, 2026

Requirements

Experience of supporting children and young people who have challenging behaviours and complex needs in a residential setting
Must be drivers with a full UK driving licence and access to their own vehicle
NVQ 3 in health and social care
Be able to manage challenging situations

Job Responsibility

Supporting children and young people to navigate their unique challenges, develop essential life skills, and achieve their full potential
Creating a supportive atmosphere
Implementing care plans
Managing challenging behaviours with a calm and professional approach
Providing essential support during waking hours
Offering continuous care and supervision, including overnight stays
Ensuring a safe and secure environment throughout the night

What we offer

Weekly accrued holidays
Pension scheme
A dedicated and experienced consultant providing ongoing support, guidance, and access to a wide range of opportunities

New

Residential support worker

Specialist Support Workers Needed in Portsmouth! Make a Real Difference! Are you...

Location

United Kingdom , Portsmouth

Salary:

18.00 - 20.00 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

December 27, 2025

Requirements

Proven experience supporting children and young people in a residential setting
Confidence in using de-escalation techniques to manage heightened behaviors calmly
Ability to make prompt decisions and take action in challenging situations
Understanding of detailed and accurate daily record keeping and incident reporting
A creative approach to engaging and establishing trust with children and young people
Calmness during crisis situations
Confidence in experience to support daily decision-making
Understanding of how trauma, previous experiences, and diagnoses impact behavior
Non-judgmental attitude
Resilience

Job Responsibility

Keeping young people safe and engaging them in independent living skills
Facilitating access to community activities and appointments
Collaborating with other social care professionals
Supporting young people facing challenges such as severe mental health issues, self-harm, challenging behaviour's, learning disabilities, offending behavioures, and those on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLs) Orders

What we offer

Excellent pay
Stable rolling rotas
Dedicated team support
Development opportunities
£300 referral bonus
Flexible day or night shifts

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Children’s Residential Support Worker

Join Alcedo Care as a Residential Children’s Support Worker working within our W...

Location

United Kingdom , Newton-le-Willows

Salary:

36500.00 GBP / Year

Alcedo Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience of working with challenging behaviours is required
Minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Residential Child Care or prepared to work towards
Experience of working with children / young people – ideally those with EBD needs
Driving licence is essential
The position is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks

Job Responsibility

Providing emotional and social support: Building meaningful relationships with the children and encouraging their interaction with peers and adults within the community
Promoting positive life choices and independence: Supporting the children in making positive decisions and achieving levels of independence appropriate to their age and abilities
Daily living support: Assisting the children with their daily living needs in accordance with their care plans such as attending activities/appointments/ education etc
Domestic duties: Conducting household tasks and involving the children when appropriate, including planning, shopping, and preparing meals to ensure a varied and balanced diet

What we offer

DBS cost covered by Alcedo Care
Bank holiday work paid at hourly rate x1.5
Ongoing support from senior staff
Blue Light Card offering hundreds of discounts after 6 months of service
Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
Fantastic training program including online/practical training

Fulltime

Children’s Residential Support Worker

Join Alcedo Care as a Residential Children’s Support Worker working within our W...

Location

United Kingdom , Warrington

Salary:

36500.00 GBP / Year

Alcedo Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience of working with challenging behaviours is required
Minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Residential Child Care or prepared to work towards
Experience of working with children / young people – ideally those with EBD needs
Driving licence is essential
The position is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks

Job Responsibility

Providing emotional and social support: Building meaningful relationships with the children and encouraging their interaction with peers and adults within the community
Promoting positive life choices and independence: Supporting the children in making positive decisions and achieving levels of independence appropriate to their age and abilities
Daily living support: Assisting the children with their daily living needs in accordance with their care plans such as attending activities/appointments/ education etc
Domestic duties: Conducting household tasks and involving the children when appropriate, including planning, shopping, and preparing meals to ensure a varied and balanced diet

What we offer

DBS cost covered by Alcedo Care
Bank holiday work paid at hourly rate x1.5
Ongoing support from senior staff
Blue Light Card offering hundreds of discounts after 6 months of service
Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
Fantastic training program including online/practical training

Fulltime

Residential children's support worker

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Reading

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

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Job Posted:
December 25, 2025

Expiration:
January 07, 2026

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