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Residential Support Worker

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Recruiter
SCR
Location
New Romney
Salary
£12.75 - £13 per hour
Contract
Temporary
Work pattern
Not Specified
First listed by Ontap
14 October 2026
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Job description

Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for flexible agency work?

We are currently recruiting experienced and reliable Residential Support Workers to support vulnerable children and young people across a range of residential care settings.

The young people you will support may have experienced trauma or difficult life circumstances and may present with challenging behaviours, autism, emotional and behavioural difficulties and complex support needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for caring and resilient individuals who want to make a positive difference while enjoying the flexibility of agency work.

The Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care and support to children and young people, helping them feel safe, supported and valued.

Your responsibilities may include:

Providing day-to-day care and support to vulnerable children and young people
Building positive and trusting relationships
Supporting young people with their daily routines and individual needs
Engaging children in activities, hobbies and interests
Supporting emotional wellbeing and personal development
Managing and responding appropriately to challenging behaviours
Supporting children with autism and other additional needs
Following individual care plans and risk assessments
Maintaining professional boundaries and providing consistent support

Every shift will be different, and you may work with young people with a range of needs and backgrounds. You will need to be adaptable, patient and able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

Flexible Agency Shifts

Agency work gives you the flexibility to work around your existing commitments, with shifts available across a range of residential childcare settings.

You must be able to work flexible hours, which may include long day shifts, weekends, bank holidays and sleep ins. Flexibility is essential, as shift patterns and requirements will vary depending on the home and the needs of the young people.

About You

We are looking for people who are:

Calm and emotionally resilient
Confident supporting children with challenging behaviours
Comfortable working with children and young people with autism and additional needs
Reliable and professional
Able to adapt to different care environments
Passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable young people

Requirements

To be considered for these agency opportunities, you will need:

To be 21 years of age or over
At least 6 months' experience working with children or young people in a residential setting
A clean UK driving licence
The flexibility to work long days, weekends and sleep-in shifts when required
A genuine commitment to working with vulnerable children and young people

Why Work With Us?

Flexible temporary agency shifts
Opportunity to work across a variety of residential childcare settings
Gain experience working with children with a range of complex needs
Build your experience within the residential childcare sector
Potential opportunities for ongoing and permanent work
Support from your dedicated recruitment team
Opportunity to make a genuine difference to vulnerable young people's lives

If you're an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for flexible agency work and are passionate about supporting children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss available shifts and opportunities in your area.

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