Are you an experienced, compassionate, and energetic Children's Residential Support Worker ready to make a profound difference in the lives of young people?

Join a team at an OUTSTANDING Ofsted-rated residential care home in Wolverhampton, who provide a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for children and young people aged 6-19 with mild to complex Learning Disabilities.

We are looking for dedicated individuals to work in a two-bedroom home, where the well-being, safety, and happiness of each young person are always the highest priority. If you value a rewarding career, professional growth, and are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people, we want to hear from you.

The Role: What You'll Do

As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you are central to the well-being, safety, and development of the young people in your care. Your daily tasks will include:

• Providing high-quality day-to-day care in line with individual care plans.
• Supporting children with daily routines (personal care, hygiene, meals, morning/evening routines, household tasks).
• Promoting essential life skills, including independent living, communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Building positive, safe, and professional relationships with each young person.
• Supporting children during community activities (e.g., swimming, cinema, outdoor sports, trips, holidays).
• Maintaining detailed and accurate records (daily logs, incident reports, medication records, risk assessments, keywork sessions).
• Adhering strictly to safeguarding procedures and contributing to safe care practices.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, families, Social Workers, schools, and external professionals

We seek candidates who demonstrate professionalism, strong safeguarding awareness, and a true passion for this field.

• Ideally you should hold Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent CYPW qualification) or are working towards
• Previous professional experience in working in an Ofsted-registered children's home.
• Experience supporting children or young people with learning disabilities, autism, communication needs, or behavioural challenges.
• Ability to work a 3 on / 3 off rolling rota (includes weekends & bank holidays).
• Strong understanding of Safeguarding, Children's Rights, and Keeping Children Safe in Care.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for completing reports, logs, and incident records.
• Proven ability to follow care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans.
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Children's Home Regulations, and Quality Standards

We are committed to the professional and personal development of our staff and offer an excellent benefits package:

• Hourly rate of £13.00 - £15.00 PH is being offered dependent on experience and qualifications
• Generous Staff Perks & High Street Discounts Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
• Employee of the Month & Year Awards
• Access to company vehicles
• Fully funded Level 4 Residential Childcare and Level 5 Leadership & Management qualifications
• Clear progression routes and ongoing training

If you're ready to make a real difference and create a nurturing space for children to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.