Children’s Residential Support Worker
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a client providing both children’s residential care and supported accommodation services across Southampton.
Their children’s homes support young people aged 11–15, while their supported accommodation services work with 16–18-year-olds preparing for independence.
About the Role
As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will act as a positive role model and parental figure, supporting young people with their daily routines, emotional wellbeing and personal development.
You will be working within small, supportive teams to help create a safe, nurturing and structured environment.
Shifts & Hours-
* Long day: 9:00am – 11:00pm + sleep-in
* Morning: 7:00am – 9:30am (next day)
* 3-week rolling rota:
* Week 1: 2 shifts
* Week 2: 2 shifts
* Week 3: 3 shifts
* Total: 115.5 hours every 3 weeks
Benefits-
* Opportunity to transition from temp to permanent
* Funded qualifications:
* Level 4 Residential Childcare (or Level 3 depending on eligibility)
* Specialist training including:
* PRICE restraint training
* Developmental Trauma
* Therapeutic Parenting
* Meals provided on shift
* Small, supportive team environments
Requirements-
* Aged 21 or over
* Full manual UK driving licence
* Minimum 6 months’ experience in residential childcare
* Comfortable completing sleep-in shifts
If you’re passionate about making a difference and supporting young people to thrive, we’d love to hear from you