Residential Support Worker

Location: Cromford, Derbyshire

Salary: DOE

Contract: Full-time | Permanent

Shift Pattern: 2 on - 4 off (no sleeps)

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? We are looking for dedicated, compassionate, and resilient Residential Support Workers to join our established Children's Residential Home in Cromford, Derbyshire, supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a stable, supportive team where you can build meaningful relationships and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, therapeutic care in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. You will support young people to develop life skills, build positive relationships, improve emotional wellbeing, and achieve positive outcomes.

No two days are the same. You'll be involved in supporting education, attending appointments, encouraging hobbies and activities, preparing meals, completing daily records, and creating memorable experiences for the children in your care.

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• Provide consistent, child-centred care and emotional support.
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• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
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• Promote independence, resilience, and personal development.
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• Safeguard and protect children, ensuring their welfare remains paramount.
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• Support with education, health appointments, family contact, and recreational activities.
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• Maintain accurate daily records and reports.
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• Work collaboratively with colleagues, social workers, education providers, and other professionals.
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• Promote positive behaviour using therapeutic and restorative approaches.
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• Participate in team meetings, training, and supervision.
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Essential:

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• A genuine passion for working with children and young people.
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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• Resilience, patience, and a positive attitude.
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• Ability to work flexibly, including sleep-ins, weekends, and bank holidays.
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• Right to work in the UK.
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• Previous experience within children's residential care.
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Desirable:

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• Full UK Driving Licence (Due to home location)
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• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).
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• Knowledge of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and behaviour support.
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• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
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• Funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (where applicable).
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• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
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• Regular supervision and continuous professional development.
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• Supportive management team and positive working environment.
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• Employee wellbeing support.
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Our home is an established service committed to providing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where children can recover from past trauma, develop confidence, and build brighter futures. We believe that our team is our greatest asset, and we invest in developing skilled professionals who are passionate about making a genuine difference.

If you're looking for a rewarding career where every day has purpose and every achievement matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help change a young person's future—one day at a time.

Safer Recruitment

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and compliance with safer recruitment requirements. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.