Children's Residential Support Worker
Witherslack Group
Gilesgate, Durham
Salary
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Contract
Not specified
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you'll help young people in a home setting, supporting them with daily life, and helping them achieve their goals. This role suits someone who is patient, caring, and enjoys working with children. You'll work closely with a team to create a safe and supportive environment.
What you'll need
- You'll need a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent
- Experience working with children or young people is a plus
- You'll be physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- You'll need to be able to work a full-time schedule, including occasional sleep-ins
- You'll need to be able to pass a DBS check
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or working in a youth setting to gain experience
- Look into getting a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce if you don't already have it
- Be prepared for a challenging but rewarding role that requires patience and understanding
- Research the Witherslack Group and their values to ensure it's a good fit for you
- Practice your communication skills, as you'll be working with children and colleagues
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Job description
£32,194 - £38,560 assuming good attendance and 1-2 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which …
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
8 August 2026
Last checked
19 August 2026
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