1 Overview:
Right Step Recruitment is seeking compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Residential Children’s Support Workers to join our team in Birmingham. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people living in residential care who may have experienced trauma, emotional or behavioural difficulties, or complex needs.
You will work as part of a supportive team, providing day-to-day care, emotional support, and guidance to help young people feel safe, secure, and valued. As an award-winning recruitment agency, Right Step Recruitment partners with local authorities and private care providers nationwide, delivering exceptional staffing solutions within children’s and young people’s services.
2 Job Description:
Location: Birmingham (B66)
Salary: £13ph+
Hours: Monday – Friday (37.5 hrs per week)
As a Residential Children’s Support Worker in Birmingham, you will provide care, guidance, and emotional support to children and young people living in residential settings. You’ll help create a safe and nurturing environment, supporting each individual’s emotional, social, and educational development while promoting independence and positive outcomes.
3 Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people within a residential setting.
- Build trusting, positive relationships that promote safety, stability, and personal growth.
- Support with daily routines including education, leisure, and life skills development.
- Assist with care plans, behavioural management strategies, and goal setting.
- Encourage independence, confidence, and self-esteem through person-centred support.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to care reviews and reports.
- Ensure all safeguarding, health, and safety standards are consistently upheld.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, local authorities, and other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for young people.
4 Required Skills:
- Previous experience working with children or young people in a residential, educational, or care setting (essential).
- Understanding of trauma-informed and person-centred care approaches.
- Ability to remain calm and professional when managing challenging behaviour.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Enhanced DBS check (required).
- NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People or equivalent qualification (preferred but not essential).
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
5 Overview
- Competitive pay and weekly pay runs.
Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
24/7 support from an experienced and friendly recruitment team.
Work with an award-winning agency recommended by professionals nationwide.
If you’re passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Right Step Recruitment to learn more about this fulfilling opportunity.
