Youth Support Worker


Company:	Brook Street
Salary:	£27,999 to £29,428 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Darlington, DL3 9LU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Oct 2026
Closing date:	31 Oct 2026

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Summary

Qualified Residential Support Worker

Location: Darlington

Salary: £27,999.72 - £29,428.49 (DOE)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shifts Patterns: 7.45am-8pm, 11am-11pm, 7.45pm - 8am (Waking Nights)

Contract: Permanent

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced

Residential Support Worker to join our children's home in Darlington. This is a great opportunity to be part of setting up a new service and making a real difference from day one.

The home supports children with

SEMH, EBD and learning difficulties, so we're looking for someone who is confident, compassionate and able to build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.

You'll be part of a supportive team, working under an experienced Registered Manager, helping to create a safe, structured and nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting the day-to-day running of the home

Building positive routines, structure and boundaries

Developing trusting relationships with young people

Promoting independence, confidence and resilience

Managing challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques

Ensuring safeguarding and child protection standards are followed at all times

Working with families and professionals such as social workers, education and health teams

Completing accurate care records and documentation

Keeping the safety and wellbeing of young people as a top priority

What We're Looking For

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Experience working in a residential or care setting

Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Knowledge of child development and young people's needs

Ability to build professional, positive relationships

Calm, resilient and able to handle challenging situations

What's On Offer

Competitive salary with progression opportunities

A supportive, values-led team

Ongoing training and career development

Opportunities to progress internally

Employee benefits including:

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card (retail discounts)

Enhanced family leave

Employee assistance programme

Free eye care vouchers

Interested?

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference in young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of something new and meaningful.

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