Children’s Residential Support Worker (Temporary / Supply Roles)
| Posting date: | 15 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.50 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 July 2026 |
| Location: | Blackpool, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Luma Education Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | CSWTBPK |
Summary
Children’s Residential Support Worker (Temporary / Supply Roles)
Location: Fylde Coast & Blackpool (Multiple settings and assignments available)
Pay: Average £14.50 per hour (day shifts) | £16.50 per hour (night shifts / enhanced rates where applicable)
Duration: Temporary / Supply | Flexible short-term and ongoing assignments
Start: ASAP / Flexible
Closing date for applications: 30 July 2026
Luma Education Recruitment is currently recruiting compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Workers for a range of temporary and supply assignments across children’s residential settings in Blackpool and the Fylde Coast. Roles vary in length, shift patterns, and settings, offering flexible opportunities to suit your availability and experience.
You will play a key role in providing high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people, helping them develop confidence, independence, and positive outcomes within safe and nurturing environments.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide compassionate, consistent care and emotional support to children and young people in residential settings
• Support with daily routines, activities, and individual care and development plans
• Maintain accurate records, including daily logs, care plans, and key worker reports
• Follow safeguarding procedures, relevant legislation, and individual home policies at all times
• Promote a safe, structured, and positive environment for young people and staff
• Work collaboratively with established residential teams across different settings
Requirements:
• Experience working with children or young people in a care, support, or residential setting (preferred)
• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent) desirable – training support available
• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred depending on assignment)
• Strong communication skills, resilience, and a caring approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) required prior to placement
Benefits:
• Flexible temporary and supply assignments across multiple residential settings
• Competitive average hourly pay: £12.50–£14.50 (days) / £13.50–£16.50 (nights & enhanced shifts)
• Variety of shifts, locations, and working patterns to suit your availability
• Opportunity to gain experience across different residential environments
• Paid training and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Supportive recruitment team and fast placement process
• Holiday pay, pension contributions, and referral incentives (where applicable)
About Luma Education Recruitment
Luma Education Recruitment connects talented education and care professionals with high-quality roles across the UK. We specialise in supporting candidates into flexible supply, temporary, long-term, and permanent opportunities within education, residential care, and specialist settings.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
To discuss available assignments or apply, send your CV to daniel.benson@lumaedrec.com or call 0204 576 4344. Multiple temporary and supply roles available across Blackpool and the Fylde Coast, get in touch with Luma today to find the right assignment for you.
Location: Fylde Coast & Blackpool (Multiple settings and assignments available)
Pay: Average £14.50 per hour (day shifts) | £16.50 per hour (night shifts / enhanced rates where applicable)
Duration: Temporary / Supply | Flexible short-term and ongoing assignments
Start: ASAP / Flexible
Closing date for applications: 30 July 2026
Luma Education Recruitment is currently recruiting compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Workers for a range of temporary and supply assignments across children’s residential settings in Blackpool and the Fylde Coast. Roles vary in length, shift patterns, and settings, offering flexible opportunities to suit your availability and experience.
You will play a key role in providing high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people, helping them develop confidence, independence, and positive outcomes within safe and nurturing environments.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide compassionate, consistent care and emotional support to children and young people in residential settings
• Support with daily routines, activities, and individual care and development plans
• Maintain accurate records, including daily logs, care plans, and key worker reports
• Follow safeguarding procedures, relevant legislation, and individual home policies at all times
• Promote a safe, structured, and positive environment for young people and staff
• Work collaboratively with established residential teams across different settings
Requirements:
• Experience working with children or young people in a care, support, or residential setting (preferred)
• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent) desirable – training support available
• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred depending on assignment)
• Strong communication skills, resilience, and a caring approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) required prior to placement
Benefits:
• Flexible temporary and supply assignments across multiple residential settings
• Competitive average hourly pay: £12.50–£14.50 (days) / £13.50–£16.50 (nights & enhanced shifts)
• Variety of shifts, locations, and working patterns to suit your availability
• Opportunity to gain experience across different residential environments
• Paid training and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Supportive recruitment team and fast placement process
• Holiday pay, pension contributions, and referral incentives (where applicable)
About Luma Education Recruitment
Luma Education Recruitment connects talented education and care professionals with high-quality roles across the UK. We specialise in supporting candidates into flexible supply, temporary, long-term, and permanent opportunities within education, residential care, and specialist settings.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
To discuss available assignments or apply, send your CV to daniel.benson@lumaedrec.com or call 0204 576 4344. Multiple temporary and supply roles available across Blackpool and the Fylde Coast, get in touch with Luma today to find the right assignment for you.