Residential Support Worker- Young People

Job description

Childrens Residential Support Worker

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join a therapeutic young peoples home supporting vulnerable children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Building positive relationships and engaging with young people daily
• Supporting children from traumatic backgrounds with patience and consistency
• Learning young peoples routines, interests, likes, and dislikes through care plans
• Supporting educational goals and personal development
• Helping with day-to-day living tasks
• Guiding and supporting behaviour management
• Ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and emotional stability of young people
• Working closely with social workers, therapists, and the wider care team

Shift Pattern

• 9am 11pm + sleep-in
• 7am 9:30am the following day
• Staff work 7 x 24-hour shifts (including sleep-ins) across a 3-week rota

Requirements

• Must be aged 21+
• Full UK driving licence required
• Minimum 6 months experience within:
  • Residential childcare
  • Schools
  • Youth work
  • Supported accommodation
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one

Training & Progression

Candidates moving into permanent positions will receive:

• Level 4 Residential Childcare qualification
  • Level 3 offered where UK residency requirements apply
• PRICE restraint training
• Developmental Trauma training
• Therapeutic Parenting training

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a Teams meeting with the Registered Manager of the home as part of the recruitment process.

If you are passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people and want to work within a therapeutic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Please note we cannot take anyone under sponsorship

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dorchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£12.00 Per Hour

Published at

19-06-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English