Children and Young People Support Worker
| Posting date: | 14 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.50 to £20 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 June 2026 |
| Location: | Durham, County Durham |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 216837 |
Summary
Why Join Us?
- Excellent pay: £15.50-£20 per hour
- Paid mileage for every shift
- Fully funded training, including a £500 TMVA course
- Flexible shift options - including block bookings for long day and sleep-in shifts
- Ongoing training, development, and professional support
Location: Wolsingham, Cockfield and St John's Chapel (Durham)
Shift Patterns: 8am-8pm (Day) / 8pm-8am (Night) /8am-11pm + Sleep-in
About the Role
As a Residential Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in providing safety, stability, and emotional support to children and young people living in residential care. Working within a minimum 2:1 staffing ratio, you'll help create a nurturing environment where young people can grow, heal, and thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Building positive, trusting relationships with young people
- Supporting daily routines: school runs, appointments, activities, and bedtime
- Encouraging independence, confidence, and personal development
- Keeping accurate daily records (emotions, routines, activities, food diaries, etc.)
- Supporting young people with budgeting and maintaining receipts
- Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns promptly
- Assisting with personal care and household tasks when required
- Managing challenging behaviour with patience, resilience, and confidence
What We're Looking For
- A caring, professional, and non-judgemental attitude
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Good attention to detail when writing notes and reports
- Experience in social care or similar roles (advantageous but not essential)
- Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (preferred)
- A valid DBS (we can support your application)
- A driving licence is a bonus due to varied locations
What You'll Get in Return
- A rewarding career where every day is different
- The chance to make a lasting impact on a young person's life
- Competitive hourly pay + mileage reimbursement
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- Excellent pay: £15.50-£20 per hour
- Paid mileage for every shift
- Fully funded training, including a £500 TMVA course
- Flexible shift options - including block bookings for long day and sleep-in shifts
- Ongoing training, development, and professional support
Location: Wolsingham, Cockfield and St John's Chapel (Durham)
Shift Patterns: 8am-8pm (Day) / 8pm-8am (Night) /8am-11pm + Sleep-in
About the Role
As a Residential Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in providing safety, stability, and emotional support to children and young people living in residential care. Working within a minimum 2:1 staffing ratio, you'll help create a nurturing environment where young people can grow, heal, and thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Building positive, trusting relationships with young people
- Supporting daily routines: school runs, appointments, activities, and bedtime
- Encouraging independence, confidence, and personal development
- Keeping accurate daily records (emotions, routines, activities, food diaries, etc.)
- Supporting young people with budgeting and maintaining receipts
- Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns promptly
- Assisting with personal care and household tasks when required
- Managing challenging behaviour with patience, resilience, and confidence
What We're Looking For
- A caring, professional, and non-judgemental attitude
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Good attention to detail when writing notes and reports
- Experience in social care or similar roles (advantageous but not essential)
- Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (preferred)
- A valid DBS (we can support your application)
- A driving licence is a bonus due to varied locations
What You'll Get in Return
- A rewarding career where every day is different
- The chance to make a lasting impact on a young person's life
- Competitive hourly pay + mileage reimbursement
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