Residential Support Worker

 

RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER  

 

Therapeutic Children’s Support Worker 

Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire (DE13)

Salary: £29,500 – £32,000 per year (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

 

Make a Real Difference Every Day 

We are a therapeutic residential care organisation dedicated to providing safe, nurturing homes where children and young people can heal, grow, and achieve their potential. With two Ofsted-rated “Good” homes and a third opening soon, we are expanding our team in the Burton-on-Trent area.

Our practice is rooted in therapeutic and trauma-informed approaches, ensuring an environment where both children and staff are supported and able to thrive.

 

The Role 

As a Therapeutic Children’s Support Worker, you will play an essential part in helping children with complex emotional and behavioural needs develop resilience, emotional regulation, and vital life skills. You will use therapeutic methods, including the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy), to provide consistent, compassionate support that encourages healing and growth.

 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide consistent, high-quality care within a therapeutic residential setting
• Use trauma-informed approaches to support children’s emotional wellbeing and recovery
• Help children build confidence, resilience, and positive coping strategies
• Contribute to the development and delivery of individualised care plans
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to maintain a safe, nurturing environment
• Promote empathy, consistency, and positive role modelling

 

About You 

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in residential childcare (preferred)
• Knowledge of therapeutic or trauma-informed practice (PACE experience advantageous)
• Compassionate, patient, and emotionally resilient
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible and able to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Committed to ongoing professional development

 

What We Offer 

• Competitive salary of £29,500 – £32,000 per year (dependent on experience)
• Comprehensive training in therapeutic and trauma-informed models
• Regular supervision and mentoring from experienced leaders
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Supportive, inclusive, and professional working environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Free meals during shifts and on-site parking
• Casual dress code and regular team-building events
• Retail and gym membership discounts
• Loyalty bonuses for long-term service

 

Join Us 

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people to overcome challenges and build brighter futures, we would welcome your application. Apply today to take the next step in your career in therapeutic residential childcare.

 

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £29,500.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Drivers Licence (required)
• NVQ Level 3 Residential Childcare (preferred)

Work Location: In person