Children's Residential Support Worker Jobs in Stoke-on-Trent ST1 | Immediate Start
Join our specialist team and make a meaningful difference in young lives. Staffing Agency is urgently recruiting compassionate and dedicated Children's Residential Support Workers for multiple residential settings across the Stoke-on-Trent ST1 area. Immediate start, competitive weekly pay, and full-time hours available.
Submit your CV today and a consultant will call you within 24 hours.
Stoke-on-Trent ST1
Local residential homes & surrounding areas (ST1-ST9)
ASAP / Immediate
Interviews happening this week for quick placement
£12.50 - £14.50 p/h
Enhanced rates for weekends, nights & bank holidays
Temporary & Temp-to-Perm
Flexible shifts with potential for permanent roles
Job Description: Children's Residential Support Worker
As a Children's Residential Support Worker in Stoke-on-Trent, you will play a pivotal role in providing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for children and young people in care. You will be part of a dedicated team within a residential home, supporting the day-to-day physical and emotional well-being of residents, promoting independence, and helping them achieve their personal goals. This is a hands-on role where your patience, resilience, and positive attitude directly impact a young person's life trajectory.
Staffing Agency partners with Ofsted-regulated children's homes across the ST1 postcode and wider Staffordshire region. We understand the local sector's specific needs and connect skilled, vetted professionals with reputable employers. Whether you're an experienced Children's Residential Support Worker seeking a new challenge or looking to transition from a similar field like a Supply Teacher or youth work, our specialist consultants provide personalised guidance and access to the best local opportunities.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about child-centred care, looking for a rewarding career with practical, tangible outcomes. We offer comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training support, and a clear path for progression within the social care sector.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Direct Care & Supervision: Provide day-to-day care, ensuring a safe, clean, and supportive home environment. Supervise and engage with children during meals, activities, and routines, promoting positive behaviour and social skills.
- Emotional & Developmental Support: Build trusting, professional relationships with young people. Support their emotional well-being, act as a positive role model, and assist with therapeutic activities outlined in their individual care plans.
- Administration & Teamwork: Maintain accurate, timely records (logbooks, incident reports). Participate actively in team meetings, handovers, and contribute to the development of care plans. Work collaboratively with colleagues, social workers, and other professionals.
- Life Skills & Community Integration: Support young people in developing practical life skills (cooking, budgeting, personal care). Facilitate and accompany them to appointments, educational settings, and positive community activities.
- Safeguarding & Welfare: Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding. Recognise signs of emotional distress or risk, follow protocols meticulously, and always act in the best interest of the child.
Essential Requirements & Skills
Must-Have Criteria
- Minimum 6 months experience in a similar Children's Residential Support Worker role or relevant social care setting.
- A genuine passion for working with children and young people with complex needs.
- Excellent communication, empathy, and resilience.
- Understanding of safeguarding principles (training will be provided).
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins as required.
- Right to work in the UK and willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Desirable Attributes
- NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Children & Young People's Workforce or equivalent.
- Experience with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, or trauma-informed care.
- Full UK driving licence (preferred for some roles).
- First Aid qualification.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team.
If you have transferable skills from roles such as a Registered Nurse (particularly mental health), a Security Officer with a focus on protective services, or teaching, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse backgrounds and provide full training for the right candidates.
Salary, Pay & Benefits Package
Base rate, experience-dependent
Enhanced pay for unsocial hours
Reliable, consistent payment
Comprehensive Benefits of Working with Staffing Agency
Free access to mandatory e-learning (Safeguarding, Health & Safety) and discounted courses for career progression (e.g., NVQ Level 3).
Your own point of contact who knows the Stoke-on-Trent care sector intimately and will advocate for you with local employers.
Choose shifts that fit your life – full-time, part-time, nights-only, or term-time. We have roles to suit various availabilities.
Accrue holiday pay from day one and opt into our pension scheme. All statutory entitlements are met and clearly communicated.
Many of our temporary assignments lead to permanent offers from the client, providing job security after a trial period.
Our out-of-hours team is available if you have any urgent queries while on shift. You're never alone on assignment.
Your Career in Care: What to Expect
Considering a move into residential care? This video provides an honest look at the rewards and challenges of the role, and how a Staffing Agency can support your career journey, just as we do for other critical sectors like healthcare and hospitality.
How to Apply
The application process is straightforward and designed to get you into work quickly. We are actively interviewing candidates this week for immediate starts in Stoke-on-Trent ST1.
Submit Your CV
Send your up-to-date CV and a brief note outlining your experience and availability. If you are interested email your cv and info to [email protected]. You can also apply via our central jobs board for roles like Immediate Start Jobs in London or Customer Service Jobs in Leeds.
Screening Call & Interview
A specialist consultant will call you to discuss your experience, the role specifics, and answer your questions. This is often followed by a formal interview, either in our Stoke office or via video call.
Compliance & Onboarding
We guide you through all necessary checks (DBS, references, right to work) efficiently. Our online portal makes uploading documents simple. You'll complete essential training modules before your first shift.
Start Your Assignment
Once cleared, you'll receive a full induction at the residential home and begin your first shift. Your consultant will check in regularly to ensure everything is going smoothly.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Submit your application today. Roles in Stoke-on-Trent are being filled daily.
📧 Email Your CV NowOr call us on 020 8629 1195 to speak directly with our care team.
Why Choose Staffing Agency?
We're not just another recruitment portal. As a specialist agency for Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire, we build lasting partnerships with local care providers and candidates.
- Local Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Stoke-on-Trent ST1 care sector and its employers.
- Speed & Efficiency: Our streamlined process gets you from application to first pay in days, not weeks.
- Honest Advice: We'll give you clear, practical guidance on rates, contracts, and career progression.
We apply the same rigorous, supportive approach across all our sectors, from high-volume recruitment to specialised contract staffing solutions.
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Get in Touch
Our team is available Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm, to discuss your next career move in children's residential care.
Frequently Asked Questions
We require a minimum of 6 months' direct experience in a children's residential setting, supported living, or a closely related field like youth work or special educational needs. This ensures you understand the dynamics and safeguarding responsibilities. However, we also consider transferable skills. For example, a Registered Nurse with mental health experience, or a Security Officer skilled in de-escalation, may possess highly relevant competencies. We provide full, client-specific training for all successful candidates to bridge any knowledge gaps.
For candidates with an up-to-date DBS and complete references, the process can be incredibly fast – sometimes within 48-72 hours. The urgent need in Stoke-on-Trent ST1 means we and our client homes are prioritising swift onboarding. Typically, the journey from application to first shift takes 5-10 working days, depending on the speed of your compliance checks. We guide you through every step to eliminate delays. For other sectors, we offer similar speed; check our Immediate Start Jobs page.
Residential homes operate 24/7, so shifts typically follow patterns like: Early (7am-3pm), Late (2pm-10pm), and Waking Nights (10pm-8am). Sleep-in duties are also common (usually paid as a flat fee). We work with multiple homes in the area, so we can often match you with a home whose rota suits your availability – whether you need full-time, part-time, or prefer only night shifts. Flexibility is a key benefit of agency work, just as it is in our comprehensive staffing solutions across other industries.
Absolutely. Career development is a cornerstone of our service. We provide free access to mandatory training and can often facilitate funded NVQ/Diploma qualifications in Health & Social Care. Many of our temporary assignments are temp-to-perm, offering a direct route into a permanent, employed position with the client home after a successful trial period. We also guide experienced support workers towards senior, team leader, or deputy manager roles. Our approach mirrors our commitment to growth in all fields, such as our strategies outlined in the Hiring Optimization Guide.
Yes, we recruit for children's residential support roles across the UK. While this page focuses on Stoke-on-Trent ST1, we have urgent needs in neighbouring cities like Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, and London. You can browse all our nationwide care vacancies on our main Jobs portal. Similarly, if you're looking for opportunities in different sectors, we are a leading provider for industrial, hospitality, and logistics roles across the country.
Start Your Rewarding Career Today
Don't miss this opportunity to join a team that values your compassion and dedication. We have multiple vacancies in Stoke-on-Trent ST1 waiting to be filled by the right individuals.
Remember: If you are interested email your cv and info to [email protected]. A specialist consultant will be in touch within one working day.