Children’s Residential Support Worker
Recruiting on behalf of a Children’s Residential Service
Location: Sileby, Leicestershire (LE12)
Salary: £TBC
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Nurse Seekers are recruiting for a Children’s Residential Support Worker to join a well-established children’s residential service supporting young people to live safe, fulfilling, and independent lives.
Working Hours
- Shifts may vary and include weekdays and weekends
- Sleep-ins may be required
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
The Role
You will be supporting children and young people aged 5 to 18, including those with:
- Learning Disabilities (LD)
- Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
About You
We are looking for a compassionate, flexible, and committed individual with a genuine passion for working with children. Previous experience in residential childcare is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
Requirements
- A valid UK Driving Licence (preferred)
- GCSE-level education
- A caring and professional approach
- Level 3 in Children’s and Young Persons Workforce
- Ability to work flexibly, including sleep-in shifts
What’s on Offer
- Paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Company pension scheme
- Full training and ongoing support
- Care Certificate qualification
- Regular team meetings
- Opportunities to specialise in complex care
- Excellent career development prospects
Additional Information
- All applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check
- In some cases, service user requirements may specify a male or female support worker in line with Equality Act 2010 exemptions
- Equal opportunities employer
Experience
- Residential Childcare
- Support Work within a Care Environment
Work Location: In person

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At Nurse Seekers WE ARE REALLY INTERESTED IN YOU
Strange as it seems, there are companies that compete with us that are less interested in people than in process (and profit), that substitute quantity for quality, that think a nifty database can replace skills, experience and judgment.
Here's what you can expect in your dealings with our company:
• We will never send your CV without your prior consent.
• A truly confidential service.
• Honest and open appraisal of what we can do for you.
• We will always do our very best to help you.
• Up to date industry knowledge.
• We will make every effort to find you the position YOU want.
• An understanding attitude.
• Prompt help with any queries.
• Help and assistance, from your first call to us, right up to start date.
• Polite, friendly and courteous service at all times.
This is our Pledge to YOU!