Children’s Residential Support Worker

Job Description

n Residential Support Worker – Children’s Services – Tranent, East Lothian (EH33)n n

Pay: £15.07–£16.68 per hour (including holiday pay)

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Flexible shifts | part-time and full-time hours

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Be the reason a child feels safe, supported, and heard.

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At Newcross Healthcare, we’re on a mission to help children and young people thrive. We’re looking for compassionate Residential Support Workers to provide stability, care, and encouragement to those who need it most.

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If you’ve got experience working with children or young people and want to make a real difference — we want to hear from you!

What’s in it for you n n

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• Same‑day pay: Get 50% of your earnings instantly

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• Flexible working: Regular shifts with choice of days/nights/weekends

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• Free training: 400+ CPD‑accredited courses via FuturU

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• Referral bonus: Up to £500 for each friend you refer

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• Discounts & perks: Save on groceries, tech, travel and more

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Your role n n

You’ll work in a residential care setting, supporting children with day‑to‑day life, emotional well‑being, and general mentorship and support. You’ll:

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• Build positive relationships based on trust and respect

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• Encourage independence and daily routines

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• Support emotional regulation and behaviour management

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• Be a steady, caring presence — someone they can count on

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What we’re looking for n n

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• 6+ months of full‑time care experience (in the last 3 years)

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• At least 3 months’ experience working with children or young people (in the last 3 years) 

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• Registration: Applicants in Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland will require the relevant registration (e.g., SSSC, SCW, NISSC). Not applicable in England.

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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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• Qualities: Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and the ability to deliver exceptional care

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Our Newcross values: n n

At Newcross Healthcare, our values are at the heart of everything we do:

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• Integrity: We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.

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• Respect: Every voice matters, and every person counts.

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• Empathy: Compassionate hearts deliver exceptional care.

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• Teamwork: Great care is never delivered alone.

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Why Newcross? n n

For nearly 30 years, we’ve supported care professionals to deliver outstanding support with compassion. You’ll get the tools, support, and recognition you deserve — because great care is never delivered alone.

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Apply now – and start making a real difference.

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Your next shift could be the one that changes a young life forever.

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