Children's Residential Support Worker - Learning Disabilities
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Salary: £12.50 - £13.50 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week
Shifts: Day or Night shifts available (Day Shifts: 8:00am - 8:00pm / Night Shifts: 8:00pm - 8:00am)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
We are recruiting Children's Residential Support Workers for a specialist children's residential care home in Stevenage, supporting children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, including challenging behaviours.
The service operates with high staffing levels, delivering 3:1 or 4:1 support. This ensures a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for both children and staff.
This role is suitable for both experienced support workers and those new to children's residential care, as full specialist training is provided.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, child-centred care within a residential setting
Support children and young people with learning disabilities and autism
Work safely within 3:1 or 4:1 staffing ratios
Support individuals with emotional regulation and challenging behaviour
Follow individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans
Promote independence, daily living skills, and positive routines
Maintain accurate documentation and daily records
Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals
Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and Ofsted requirements
Training and Development
No experience required - Full specialist induction and training programme provided
PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) training provided if not already held
Ongoing training, supervision, and professional development
Clear progression opportunities within children's residential care
Candidate Requirements
Interest in working with children and young people with additional needs
Calm, patient, and resilient approach
Ability to work alternate weekends
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to safeguarding and high standards of care
No previous experience is required. Applications are welcomed from candidates with backgrounds in care, education, youth work, psychology, support work, retail, hospitality, or those seeking a career change.
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