Overview
Residential Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Leicestershire, Northamptonshire & Milton Keynes (sites include LE10, NN5, LE3, MK6)
Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum
Hours: Shift pattern including nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
About the Company
This established children’s residential home provides a therapeutic and nurturing environment for young people aged 12–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties. The home is committed to promoting positive development, safety, and wellbeing through a compassionate, values-driven approach.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to provide high-quality day-to-day care for young people. You will support daily activities, education, and statutory meetings, while working as part of a caring team to ensure the home is maintained to high standards. The role includes safeguarding residents, assisting with domestic tasks, and contributing to a positive, therapeutic environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support young people’s daily routines, education, therapy, and personal development.
* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people to promote security and wellbeing.
* Safeguard young people, respond to challenging behaviour, and promote positive outcomes.
* Assist young people in developing social networks, hobbies, and educational/vocational attainment.
* Implement care plans, risk assessments, and participate in statutory meetings as required.
* Support the team with household duties, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a safe, homely environment.
* Participate in group activities, trips, and holidays.
* Observe and report on young people’s behaviour and progress, maintaining accurate records.
* Follow health, safety, and safeguarding policies, and respond to emergencies appropriately.
* Undertake sleep-in duties and be available for on-call cover when required.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, social workers, and external professionals.
* Support less experienced staff and contribute to their induction and professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Good standard of English (written and spoken)
* NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People (desirable)
* First Aid, Food Hygiene, or Health & Safety training (desirable)
Experience
* Experience supporting young people aged 12–17 with emotional or behavioural difficulties
* Experience planning and coordinating activities
* Experience with ASC, mental health, or complex needs (desirable)
Skills & Attributes
* Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
* Resilient, empathetic, and able to handle challenging behaviour
* Flexible, person-centred, and committed to safeguarding
* Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
* Driving licence for home transport (desirable)
Job Details
* Seniority level: Associate
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Health and Human Services, and Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
Note: This description reflects the role and requirements as provided by IntSol Care Personnel. Some lines in the original text have been consolidated for clarity and to remove promotional boilerplate.
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