Children's Residential Support Worker

Children’s Residential Support Worker [Telford] | Competitive Salary | Driving Licence Required

We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a highly supportive and well-established residential setting that provides care for male teenagers with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This small, specialist service supports young people who have experienced extremely traumatic pasts and offers them a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

Our client uses Team Teach as part of their care approach and is dedicated to helping young people achieve their full potential through both residential support and their on-site school.

As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will:

•   Build positive and trusting relationships with young people      
•   Support their emotional, social, and educational development      
•     Work as part of a strong, experienced team with 6–7 staff on shift during evenings and weekends      
•     Contribute to a setting that values teamwork, consistency, and compassion

Candidate Requirements:

• Level 3 or Level 4 in Children’s Residential Care (essential)
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Previous experience in a residential setting
• Resilience, empathy, and commitment to supporting young people with complex needs

What Our Client Offers

• A rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference
• Supportive leadership — the owners of the home work full-time alongside the staff team
• Regular training and development with opportunities for internal progression
• A 3-day weekend every 3 weeks
• A collaborative team culture where staff are fully supported

Start date as soon as possible for the right candidate. If you’re looking for an opportunity to progress your career in children’s residential care while working in a highly supportive and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to begin your journey with our client and help change the lives of young people for the better.