Qualified Residential Support Worker - Children's Home

Job description

Location: Swadlincote, Derbyshire
Salary: £14.50–£15.50 per hour (proposed, subject to confirmation)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Shift-based, including weekends and sleep-ins

Quick Summary of the Role

RJS Resourcing is working with an established care provider looking to recruit experienced and qualified Residential Support Workers for a new children's residential home in Swadlincote.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a new service from the beginning, helping to establish a positive, nurturing environment where young people feel safe, supported and encouraged to achieve their potential.

We are particularly interested in candidates who already hold their Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification and have previous experience supporting young people within a residential setting.

What's on Offer

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Proposed hourly rate of £14.50–£15.50, depending on experience.

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Opportunity to join a brand-new children's residential home.

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Established provider with experience across the care sector.

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Opportunity to help shape a positive team culture from the outset.

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Long-term career development within residential childcare.

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Rewarding position making a genuine difference to young people's lives.

The Role

You will work alongside the wider care team to provide consistent, high-quality support, helping young people develop confidence, independence and positive relationships.

Responsibilities will include:

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Providing safe, nurturing and child-centred care.

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Supporting young people with daily routines, education and activities.

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Building positive, trusting relationships.

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Promoting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.

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Maintaining accurate care records and following individual care plans.

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Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals.

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Supporting safeguarding procedures and maintaining a safe home environment.

Key Requirements

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Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or recognised equivalent) – essential.

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Previous experience working within a children's residential home.

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Good understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed care.

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A compassionate, resilient and reliable approach.

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Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.

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Full UK driving licence desirable.

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Eligibility to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

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Must already have unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Please note: No visa sponsorship is available for this position. Applicants must already have unrestricted UK working rights and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Swadlincote

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