Residential Children's Support Worker
Location: Aberdare
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000
Shift Pattern: 1 day on, 2 days off (includes a sleep-in on your working day)
Overtime: Available
Home Opening: October 2026
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can positively impact the lives of children and young people?
We're recruiting Residential Children's Support Workers to join our brand-new children's home opening in October. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new team from the very beginning, helping to create a safe, supportive, and nurturing home where young people can grow, achieve, and thrive.
No two days are ever the same. You'll build meaningful relationships, support young people through everyday challenges, celebrate their successes, and help them develop the confidence and skills they need for the future.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- 1 on, 2 off shift pattern with a sleep-in included
- Regular overtime opportunities
- Full induction and ongoing training
- Career progression opportunities
- Supportive management team
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference every day
Your Role
As a Residential Children's Support Worker, you'll work as part of a dedicated team providing high-quality care and support to children and young people.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing safe, consistent, and nurturing care.
- Supporting young people with their daily routines.
- Encouraging education, hobbies, independence, and life skills.
- Building positive, trusting relationships.
- Supporting emotional wellbeing and promoting positive behaviour.
- Transporting young people to school, appointments, family contact, and activities.
- Recording daily notes and maintaining accurate records.
- Working closely with colleagues and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for each young person.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for people who are caring, resilient, reliable, and passionate about supporting children and young people.
Essential:
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Aged 21 or over
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A positive, flexible attitude
- Willingness to work the 1 on, 2 off shift pattern with sleep-ins
Desirable:
- Experience working in residential childcare, education, health & social care, youth work, or a similar support role.
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to change lives.
You'll be joining a new home from day one, helping shape a positive culture where children feel safe, valued, and supported to reach their full potential. In return, we'll invest in your development, recognise your hard work, and provide opportunities to build a rewarding long-term career.
If you're ready to make a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of our growing team.
Pay: £13.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Paid training
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you able to work long day sleeps?
- Are you looking to work on a 1 on 2 off pattern or part time mornings, afternoons and some long days?
- If we were to carry out a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check as part of the recruitment process, is there anything you would need to declare?
Please note that having a criminal record does not automatically prevent you from being considered for this role. Any disclosures will be assessed fairly and in line with relevant legislation
Language:
- fluent English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- uk manual license (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
