Children’s Residential Support Worker – Solo Service (EBD)

Location: Smethwick

Salary: £23,800 – £26,950 per annum (dependent on experience)

Sleep-in Pay: £50 per sleep-in

Rota Pattern: 1 long day on (07:30 – 23:00), followed by a sleep-in and 2 days off

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Driving Requirement: Must hold a full UK manual or automatic driving licence

We are supporting our client in the recruitment of a Children’s Residential Support Worker for a solo children’s residential provision in Smethwick, supporting a young person with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a focused, one-to-one care environment where you can have a meaningful impact on a young person’s life. The role offers a consistent and structured rota, supporting work-life balance while delivering quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to a young person with EBD
• Build a trusting and supportive relationship with the child
• Promote independence, routine, education, and emotional wellbeing
• Support daily living tasks, appointments, and activities
• Follow safeguarding procedures and behaviour management strategies
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning
• Work as part of a small, dedicated team

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people in a residential or similar care setting
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards)
• Understanding of Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Resilient, empathetic, and able to remain calm under pressure
• Willingness to work on a 1-on, 2-off rolling rota including sleep-ins
• Full UK manual or automatic driving licence (essential)

What’s on Offer:

• Consistent rota promoting stability and work-life balance
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Supportive management and team environment

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in a young person’s life and have the skills and commitment to provide consistent, high-quality care in a solo setting, we want to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for more information.