Children's Residential Support Worker

Job description

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker (RSW)
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £12.73 an hour. £26,437 per annum exclusive of sleeps. £62.64 per sleep
Job Type: Full Time
Total Care Matters is an established residential children's home provider with nine regional homes, looking after children and young people between the age of eight and seventeen. We are committed to providing a safe and naturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. As a team we are committed to improving the lives of young people that come into our care so they go on and achieve positive outcomes in the future.
Job Description:
We are looking for dynamic youth mentors who have a desire to engage, guide and bring a positive influence in the lives of young people in our care.
As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing care and support to children and young people in a residential setting. You will work closely with your team to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can develop essential life skills and achieve their goals.
Please note this role requires a minimum of eight sleep-in shifts per month.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervision of the young people in our care
Safeguarding the young people in our care
Promote the education of our young people
Promote their independence skills
Undertake relevant training
Accurately record incidents and report writing
Support your team
To be considered for work with us:
You must hold a Full UK Driving Licence
You must be eligible to work in the UK
Ideally you have experience supporting children. If not, you must have the passion for working with children
Holding a L3 or equivalent in Children & Young People would be desirable but not essential - we are happy to support you through your L3, L4 or L5 qualification
Please note all successful applicants are required to undergo enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure or provide evidence that they are on the update service
If this sounds like you please click apply to submit your application.
Please note experience isn't essential, as full training will be provided. Ho...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Nottingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

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