Children’s Residential Support Worker

Location: Burton-on-Trent

Salary: £24,500 per year £60 per sleep-in

Are you passionate about supporting children with learning disabilities and additional needs to thrive and achieve their potential?

Our client is seeking a Children’s Residential Support Worker to join their dedicated team in Burton-on-Trent, providing care within a safe, nurturing, and family-style environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide personalised care and support to children with learning disabilities, Autism, ADHD, sensory impairments, and complex needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships to promote emotional wellbeing and positive attachments.
• Support children in daily routines such as mealtimes, personal care, and structured activities.
• Encourage independence and life skills development at every opportunity.
• Promote inclusion by supporting children to engage in education, therapy, and community activities.
• Use positive behaviour support strategies to manage challenging situations effectively.
• Assist in developing and following individual care plans tailored to each child’s needs.
• Keep accurate records and contribute to multi-agency meetings to ensure the best outcomes for young people.
• Maintain a homely, safe, and supportive environment where children can feel valued and secure.
• Participate fully in shift patterns, including sleep-ins.

What you’ll be rewarded with:

• £24,500 annual salary £60 per sleep-in
• £500 salary increase upon successful completion of probation
• £500 salary increase each year for every year of service post-probation
• Voucher scheme for bank holiday & festive period working
• Birthday rewards scheme, including an additional day off for your birthday
• £200 refer-a-friend scheme
• Employee recognition rewards scheme
• Generous holiday allowance, increasing annually with service
• Enhanced overtime allowance (time and a half)
• Relaxed, supportive working environment with excellent facilities
• Casual dress policy – be comfortable at work
• Free meals provided while on shift

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities, Autism, ADHD, sensory impairment, behavioural challenges, and/or complex care needs
• A full UK manual driving licence – essential
• Familiarity with residential care principles and safeguarding practices
• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care or Children & Young People’s Workforce
• Ability to work shifts and complete overnight sleep-ins
• Valid Right to Work in the UK

Shift Pattern:

• 2 days on, 4 days off (flexible depending on home requirements)
• Shifts run 8:00am – 10:30pm
• Average of 4–6 sleep-ins per month

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities – while being part of a supportive team that values and rewards you – this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in children’s residential care.