Residential Support Worker - Children's Services


Company:	Tudor Employment Agency Ltd
Salary:	£24,500 to £29,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	BURTON-UPON-TRENT
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Sept 2026
Closing date:	1 Oct 2026

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Summary

Residential Support Worker - Children’s Services

Location: Burton-upon-Trent

Salary: £24,500 - £29,000 per annum + sleep-in allowance

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Hours: Full-time, Permanent (including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins)

Reports To: Team Leader / Deputy Manager / Registered Manager

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About the Role

We are recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated

Residential Support Worker to join the team at Burton-upon-Trent. You will play a vital role in supporting children and young people, helping them achieve positive outcomes while providing a safe, nurturing and stable home

environment.

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Key Responsibilities

• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people

• Support daily routines including education, health, leisure activities and emotional wellbeing

• Encourage positive behaviour through consistency, support and role modelling

• Assist with cooking, cleaning, personal care and independent living skills

• Maintain accurate records, reports and keyworker documentation

• Support care planning, risk assessments and review meetings

• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of children at all times

• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques when required

• Attend training, team meetings and supervision sessions

Essential Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to achieve within 2 years

• Full UK Driving Licence

• Enhanced DBS clearance

• Passion for supporting children and young people

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and listening skills

• Patient, caring and emotionally resilient

• Ability to remain calm under pressure

• Positive team player with a proactive approach

Benefits

• Competitive salary of

£24,500 - £29,000 per annum

• Sleep-in allowance

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Career progression opportunities

• Supportive and friendly team environment

• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people

In order to be considered for this position or to obtain further information please contact the Health & Social Care Team on 01922 725445 – email CV to

care@tudoremployment.co.uk

Alternatively, please submit your CV to

care@tudoremployment.co.uk or Register Online -

https://tinyurl.com/TEAHSCREG0

#teamtudor #teamcare

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