Support Worker

Residential Support Worker (Children’s Home)

Birmingham / Sutton Coldfield
£12.80 – £13.50 per hour
20–40 hours per week (flexible rota)

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our children’s home. You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing environment that supports young people’s emotional well-being, development, and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care in line with care plans
• Support daily routines, including personal care, meals, and activities
• Build positive and trusting relationships with young people
• Implement behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Promote education, independence, and social development
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Support appointments and activities (driving may be required)
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals
• Maintain a safe and secure environment in line with safeguarding standards

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people (3+ Years)
• Willingness to complete Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly
• Basic IT skills for record keeping
• Flexible to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

Desirable

• 3 years Experience in a residential children’s Service in UK
• Knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed care
• Full UK driving licence
• Can start in next 4 weeks
• Transferable DBS

Safeguarding & Compliance

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Working Pattern

Hours are flexible and based on a rolling rota, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. Full-time opportunities will be available as the service develops.

Pay: £12.00-£13.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Do you hold a full UK driving licence?

• Do you currently have the right to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship?

• Are you able to work shifts including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins?

Experience:

• Children Care Service UK: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (required)
• Transferable DBS (required)

Work Location: In person