Children's Residential Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people?

Leader Health and Social Care are currently recruiting Children’s Residential Support Workers to join our growing team across West Yorkshire.

You will be working in small, nurturing residential homes supporting children and young people aged 8–17 years who may present with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs, challenging behaviours, or complex backgrounds.

Your Role:

Provide day-to-day care, emotional support, and guidance to children in placement
Encourage positive routines, education, and healthy relationships
Support young people in line with their individual care plans
Maintain professional boundaries and promote a safe, stable environment
Complete daily logs and reports in accordance with Ofsted and company standards
Work collaboratively with senior staff, social workers, and other professionals
Requirements:

Minimum 6 months of recent experience supporting children or young people in a residential or similar setting (essential)
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – desirable but not essential
Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle – preferred
A genuine passion for supporting children to reach their full potential
Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional under pressure
Flexibility to work a range of shifts including long days, nights, and sleep-ins
Full UK Driving Licence would be advantageous
What We Offer:

Competitive hourly pay and weekly pay
Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
Temp, temp-to-perm, and permanent options
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Dedicated compliance and support team
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applications from individuals currently under a sponsorship arrangement will not be considered.

If you have experience working with children and young people in care and want to make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us today to discuss current opportunities across West Yorkshire.

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed