Children's Residential Support Worker


Company:	TeacherActive Ltd
Salary:	£22,000 to £29,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	DE14
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Aug 2026
Closing date:	17 Sept 2026

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Summary

eacherActive is proud to be working with a children’s residential home in Burton upon Trent, supporting young people with Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The home provides a structured and nurturing environment, focused on stability, consistency and supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

The Residential Support Worker role is a permanent, full-time position starting ASAP, supporting young people with EBD and complex needs. The successful Residential Support Worker will provide day-to-day care, support emotional regulation, manage challenging behaviours and ensure safeguarding standards are consistently maintained.

The successful Residential Support Worker will have:

• Level 3 Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

• Essential experience within an EBD residential setting

• Full UK driving licence

• Full right to work in the UK with no sponsorship available

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection

• A resilient, patient and proactive approach

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• Competitive salary package based on experience

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Clear progression routes within the organisation

• Supportive and structured working environment

• A rewarding permanent position

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: hendon.dutoit

@teacheractive.com

CONTACT NUMBER: 0121 200 3224

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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