Children's Residential Support Worker

Children’s Residential Support Worker - 2-Bed EBD Service
Location: Rugeley
Salary: £23,800 - £26,950 per annum (dependent on experience)
Sleep-in Pay: £50 per sleep-in
Rota: 1 long day on (07:30 - 23:00), followed by a sleep-in and 2 days off
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Driving Requirement: Must hold a full UK manual driving licence

We are working with our client to recruit a Children’s Residential Support Worker for their 2-bed residential service based in Rugeley, supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a stable and supportive team making a genuine difference in young people’s lives. The role follows a consistent rolling rota that promotes a healthy work-life balance while ensuring the young people receive consistent, high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day care and support for young people in a safe, nurturing environment
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and colleagues
• Promote emotional wellbeing, education, independence, and life skills
• Support with household tasks, routines, and activities
• Follow safeguarding and behavioural support procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to care plans

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people in a care setting is desirable
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards
• Knowledge of Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Reliable, resilient, and passionate about making a difference
• Ability to work on a rolling rota including sleep-ins
• Full UK manual driving licence (essential)

What’s on Offer:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive and experienced team and management

If you are looking for a meaningful role where you can support young people in achieving positive outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for more information.