Childrens Residential Support Worker
$32,242–$32,865 year
On-siteBrierley, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Job Summary
Support young people aged 8 to 18 with emotional regulation, daily routines, personal development, fun activities, education access, and household responsibilities while maintaining detailed records and promoting safeguarding. Act as a professional parent to build nurturing, trusting relationships within a trauma-informed, therapeutic care environment. Work 48-hour shifts including paid sleep-ins, followed by a four-day break, with structured rotations across a 365-day service. Maintain a calm, compassionate, and resilient approach to care for children who have encountered adverse childhood experiences.
Required Qualifications
- Full driving licence issued in the UK
- Full right to work in the UK with no restrictions
- Values in line with Esland's, such as taking a therapeutic, person-centred approach to childcare
- A calm, compassionate and resilient approach
- The ability to recognise the tough days matter just as much as the good days
- Aged 21 or above
- A commitment to working 48-hour shifts, including sleep-ins (paid), followed by a 4 day break
Desired Qualifications
- Experience within care, education, mental health support and/or youth activities
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