Children’s Residential Support Worker (Day Shifts - NO SLEEP IN's) – Wolverhampton
We are excited to recruit experienced Children’s Residential Support Workers to join our Ofsted registered residential care home. Our home supports children and young people aged 6–19 with mild to complex Learning Disabilities, offering a safe, nurturing and empowering environment.
We are looking for compassionate, energetic and committed Support Workers to join our two-bedroom residential home in Wolverhampton, where the wellbeing, safety and happiness of each young person always come first.
If you're passionate about making a difference, want a rewarding career, and value professional development, Skyline Child Care is the place to grow.
Why Join Skyline Child Care?
- Generous Staff Perks & High Street Discounts Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
- Employee of the Month & Year Awards
- Performance Bonuses for achieving monthly targets
- Company Pension Scheme
- Access to company vehicles
- Fully funded Level 4 Residential Childcare and Level 5 Leadership & Management qualifications
- Clear progression routes and ongoing training – your career development matters to us
Requirements – Children’s Residential Support Worker
We welcome candidates who can demonstrate professionalism, safeguarding awareness and a passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
Essential:
- Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent CYPW qualification)
- Previous experience in an Ofsted-registered children’s home
- Experience supporting children or young people with learning disabilities, autism, communication needs, or behavioural challenges
- Ability to work a 3 on / 3 off rolling rota (includes weekends & bank holidays) - Shift times are 7 am to 9 pm.
- Strong understanding of Safeguarding, Children’s Rights, and Keeping Children Safe in Care
- Good written and verbal communication skills for completing reports, logs and incident records
- Ability to follow care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans
- Ability to form safe, trusting and professional relationships with children
- Good IT skills for daily record keeping
- Knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Children’s Home Regulations and Quality Standards
What You’ll Do
As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, your role is central to the wellbeing, safety and development of the young people in our care.
You will:
- Provide high-quality day-to-day care in line with individual care plans
- Support children with daily routines such as personal care, hygiene, meals, morning/evening routines and household tasks
- Promote and model independent living skills, communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
- Build positive, nurturing and safe relationships with each young person
- Support children during community activities (swimming, cinema, outdoor sports, trips, holidays, etc.)
- Encourage confidence, choice-making and participation in education, hobbies and community life
- Maintain detailed and accurate records (daily logs, incident reports, medication records, risk assessments, keywork sessions)
- Follow safeguarding procedures and contribute to safe care practices
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, Social Workers, schools and external professionals
- Participate in keyworking, including goal-setting, monitoring progress and advocating for the young person
- Contribute to household routines including cooking, cleaning and maintaining a safe environment
- Work as part of a team to deliver consistent support and positive behaviour approaches
Compliance Requirements
All positions are subject to:
- A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check
- Professional references from previous employers - in line with Schedule 2 compliance checks.
Ready to Start a Rewarding Career?
If you are passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated to helping Young People thrive, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today by sending us your CV!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship? (Please DO NOT apply if you require sponsorship as our organisation DO NOT have licences to sponsor applicants).
Experience:
- Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)
- Ofsted Registered Care Home: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 or 4 in Residential Child Care or CYPW (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
