This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week plus sleep-ins. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Residential Children s Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Residential Children s Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right. Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £12.50 – £13.50 plus sleep-ins. As a Residential Children’s Worker your responsibilities will include:
- Provide support using a person centred approach.
- Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.
- Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.
- Support the children in all aspects of their daily living.
- Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
- Continuous commitment to professional development.
- To be willing to cover other homes when required.
- Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.
Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:
- Overtime opportunities.
- Company car.
- Progression opportunities.
- Paid enrolment onto Level 3.
Ashington, Northumberland – 12.50 Hourly – 13.50 Hourly GBP Full Time Posted by: Shire Healthcare Posted: Wednesday, 30 September 2026
We are working in partnership with a provider of children s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children’s Worker based in Northumberland. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties within a children’s home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.
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