64 Residential Care Homes jobs in Derby

JM Workforce Services are currently working with a well-respected and emerging Children's Social Care provider based in Leicester and Leicestershire to recruit a Children's Residential Support Worker for a Children's home provider.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Children's Residential Support Worker to lead shifts and ensure the highest standards of care for children in a residential se.

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Join Our Team as a Children's Residential Support Worker
Flexible Shifts | Competitive Pay | Rewarding Work

Are you a compassionate and committed support worker with a passion for making a real difference in the lives of young people? We want to hear from you.

SCR Social Care is currently recruiting enthusiastic and caring Childrens Residential Support Workers to join our successful temporary divisi.

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JM Workforce Servicesare currently working with a well-respected and emergingChildren's Social Careprovider based in Nottinghamand Nottinghamshireto recruit a Children's Residential Support Worker for a Children's home provider.

Role Overview:We are seeking a motivated and experiencedChildren's Residential Support Workerto lead shifts and ensure the highest standards of care for children in a resid.

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Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory!

Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. 

Check out this video on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like.

You’ll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. This involves making sure they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun, whether that’s playing on the Xbox, a game of football, having a film day or going go-karting – not a bad way to spend your day at work! Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It’s about tapping into each young person’s needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400

Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you’ll do up to 4 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £8 per sleep (approx. ,840 per year) and ,400 Attendance Allowance – assuming good attendance

• Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday

• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group – plus you could join our ‘Aspire’ future managers programme

• Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits here

• Wellbeing: a host of
  wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts

• Meals provided while you’re at work

• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes here

• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every tim

Bring your whole-self to work

Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don’t need experience, but there are a few things we’ll be looking for from you:

• A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others

• We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must

• The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations

• A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months

• If you don’t have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we’ll pay for you to study and support you every step
  of the way

You’ll start life as a RSW by joining our ‘Care Academy’ – 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people.

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here .

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a children’s residential provider in Derbyshire who are on the hunt for a passionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker / RSW. 

We are looking for a Residential Support Workers / RSW to work nights throughout the week,

Our residential provider adopts an ethos that is child focused, while understanding that children will thrive when they feel safe and secure. A focus on providing consistency and continuity, ensuring at all times that children’s wishes are heard and respected.

The successful Residential Support Worker / RSW will have:

• Level 3 or above in Children and Young Peoples Workforce or the willingness to work towards this
• Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviours or trauma
• ‘Can-do’ attitude
• Flexibility with shifts

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• ·A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
•  Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
•  CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
•  Market leading rates of pay
•  TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply* 
•  Casual dress in the home

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Ensure that the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people are met.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, young people, and their families.
• Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights, providing good quality care, which is free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued
• Act as a role model and mentor to our Residential Support Workers, providing guidance and support as required.
• Assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of care plans and risk assessments.
• Ensure that all records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date

• Experience working in an Ofsted-regulated children's residential setting is essential.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding, care regulations and relevant legislation.
• Leadership qualities with a supportive and resilient approach.
• A strong commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

• All pay increases need to be demonstrated by the RM that a staff member is meeting all of the above criteria to progress to the next band, targets must be set out clearly within PDPs and yearly appraisals.
• All pay increases will take place twice yearly, in March or October.
• Any staff completing their probation will receive their increment at the earliest month either March or October. i.e. if you pass your probation in August, you will get your increment in October.
• Paid Christmas party
• Extra 8 hrs annual leave for your birthday
• Company pension scheme
• Paid Face to Face training
• Annual Appraisal Bonus, Probation Bonus, Ofsted Bonus
• Payment for referring a friend, this will be paid after they have completed their first shift
• Employment assistance scheme.
• Overtime rate of .50 extra

• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Ensure that the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people are met.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, young people, and their families.
• Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights, providing good quality care, which is free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued
• Act as a role model and mentor to our Residential Support Workers, providing guidance and support as required.
• Assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of care plans and risk assessments.
• Ensure that all records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date

• Experience working in an Ofsted-regulated children's residential setting is essential.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding, care regulations and relevant legislation.
• Leadership qualities with a supportive and resilient approach.
• A strong commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

• All pay increases need to be demonstrated by the RM that a staff member is meeting all of the above criteria to progress to the next band, targets must be set out clearly within PDPs and yearly appraisals.
• All pay increases will take place twice yearly, in March or October.
• Any staff completing their probation will receive their increment at the earliest month either March or October. i.e. if you pass your probation in August, you will get your increment in October.
• Paid Christmas party
• Extra 8 hrs annual leave for your birthday
• Company pension scheme
• Paid Face to Face training
• Annual Appraisal Bonus, Probation Bonus, Ofsted Bonus
• Payment for referring a friend, this will be paid after they have completed their first shift
• Employment assistance scheme.
• Overtime rate of .50 extra

• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Ensure that the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people are met.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, young people, and their families.
• Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights, providing good quality care, which is free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued
• Act as a role model and mentor to our Residential Support Workers, providing guidance and support as required.
• Assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of care plans and risk assessments.
• Ensure that all records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date

• Experience working in an Ofsted-regulated children's residential setting is essential.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding, care regulations and relevant legislation.
• Leadership qualities with a supportive and resilient approach.
• A strong commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

• All pay increases need to be demonstrated by the RM that a staff member is meeting all of the above criteria to progress to the next band, targets must be set out clearly within PDPs and yearly appraisals.
• All pay increases will take place twice yearly, in March or October.
• Any staff completing their probation will receive their increment at the earliest month either March or October. i.e. if you pass your probation in August, you will get your increment in October.
• Paid Christmas party
• Extra 8 hrs annual leave for your birthday
• Company pension scheme
• Paid Face to Face training
• Annual Appraisal Bonus, Probation Bonus, Ofsted Bonus
• Payment for referring a friend, this will be paid after they have completed their first shift
• Employment assistance scheme.
• Overtime rate of .50 extra