Children's Residential Support Worker
| Posting date: | 02 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.30 to £12.60 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 August 2025 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Social Care and Education |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
About the Role:
Social Care & Education are offering a fantastic opportunity for a compassionate and caring individual to join our dedicated team as a Children’s Residential Support Worker in Milton Keynes. This is a rewarding role where you will play a vital part in providing safety, security, and emotional support to young people during the night.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the young people throughout the night
• Support young people with any needs they may have overnight, offering emotional reassurance and practical assistance where necessary
• Carry out regular welfare checks and ensure the environment remains safe and secure
• Complete accurate and detailed reports, logs and handovers for daytime staff
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures
• Respond appropriately to any incidents or emergencies in line with company policies
• Maintain a calm, nurturing, and supportive environment at all times
Requirements:
• Recent experience working in a children’s residential home is essential
• Proven experience supporting young people aged 16 and under
• A current Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service
• In-date mandatory training including Safeguarding, First Aid, Fire Safety and Medication (desirable)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection
• Excellent communication, observation, and record-keeping skills
• A compassionate, resilient and patient nature
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Flexibility to work waking night shifts, including weekends
What We Offer:
• Competitive hourly pay of £13.00
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a young person’s life
• Potential for ongoing work and development opportunities
Shift Pattern:
Waking Nights (varied days, including weekends)
To Apply:
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about supporting young people, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV with full contact details outlining your suitability for the role.
Social Care & Education are offering a fantastic opportunity for a compassionate and caring individual to join our dedicated team as a Children’s Residential Support Worker in Milton Keynes. This is a rewarding role where you will play a vital part in providing safety, security, and emotional support to young people during the night.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the young people throughout the night
• Support young people with any needs they may have overnight, offering emotional reassurance and practical assistance where necessary
• Carry out regular welfare checks and ensure the environment remains safe and secure
• Complete accurate and detailed reports, logs and handovers for daytime staff
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures
• Respond appropriately to any incidents or emergencies in line with company policies
• Maintain a calm, nurturing, and supportive environment at all times
Requirements:
• Recent experience working in a children’s residential home is essential
• Proven experience supporting young people aged 16 and under
• A current Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service
• In-date mandatory training including Safeguarding, First Aid, Fire Safety and Medication (desirable)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection
• Excellent communication, observation, and record-keeping skills
• A compassionate, resilient and patient nature
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Flexibility to work waking night shifts, including weekends
What We Offer:
• Competitive hourly pay of £13.00
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a young person’s life
• Potential for ongoing work and development opportunities
Shift Pattern:
Waking Nights (varied days, including weekends)
To Apply:
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about supporting young people, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV with full contact details outlining your suitability for the role.