Children and Young People Support Worker - Residential Homes

Why Join Us?

Excellent pay: £15.50-£20 per hour
Paid mileage for every shift
Fully funded training, including a £500 TMVA course
Flexible shift options - including block bookings for long day and sleep-in shifts
Ongoing training, development, and professional support

Location: Consett

Shift Patterns: 8am-8pm (Day) / 8pm-8am (Night) /8am-11pm + Sleep-in

About the Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in providing safety, stability, and emotional support to children and young people living in residential care. Working within a minimum 2:1 staffing ratio, you'll help create a nurturing environment where young people can grow, heal, and thrive.

Your responsibilities will include:

Building positive, trusting relationships with young people
Supporting daily routines: school runs, appointments, activities, and bedtime
Encouraging independence, confidence, and personal development
Keeping accurate daily records (emotions, routines, activities, food diaries, etc.)
Supporting young people with budgeting and maintaining receipts
Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns promptly
Assisting with personal care and household tasks when required
Managing challenging behaviour with patience, resilience, and confidence

What We're Looking For

A caring, professional, and non-judgemental attitude
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
Good attention to detail when writing notes and reports
Experience in social care or similar roles (advantageous but not essential)
Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (preferred)
A valid DBS (we can support your application)
A driving licence is a bonus due to varied locationsWhat You'll Get in Return

A rewarding career where every day is different
The chance to make a lasting impact on a young person's life
Competitive hourly pay + mileage reimbursementIND-HSC
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed