Residential Support Worker

Job description

We are working with a Local Authority to recruit an experienced Residential Support Worker to join their Children's Services team in Preston.

In this role, you will provide day-to-day care and support for young people living within the home, while contributing to the ongoing development of the service and the positive outcomes of the children in your care.

As a Residential Support Worker, your duties will include:

• Taking a lead role in shift planning and ensuring all plans are clearly documented.
• Carrying out key worker responsibilities in line with the Quality Standards 2015 for Children's Homes.
• Providing flexible, creative, and individualised support to young people.
• Encouraging and supporting young people to participate in residents' meetings and become actively involved in the day-to-day running of the home.
• Promoting and upholding children's rights at all times.
• Undertaking sleep-in duties where required as part of a rota system, including evenings and weekends.
• Attending and contributing positively to staff meetings, training sessions, supervisions, and performance reviews.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• Experience working directly with children and young people.

If you feel you have the skills and experience for this role, or would like to learn more, you can:

• Apply now by clicking the apply button and following the steps.
• Contact Sophie on for further information.

At Spencer Clarke Group, we are committed to connecting candidates with outstanding career opportunities. Our specialist consultants have extensive knowledge of Children's Services and provide expert guidance throughout the recruitment process.

We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to £250. If you know someone who may be interested in a new opportunity, encourage them to contact Sophie at Spencer Clarke Group.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Preston

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£16.00 Per Hour

Published at

22-05-2026

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