At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide care and emotional support to children with various needs in residential settings.
- Company: Stratton Mills Recruitment, a leader in children's social care recruitment.
- Benefits: Earn £14.24 to £15.00 per hour plus sleep shift pay and travel allowance.
- Other info: Ongoing training, 24/7 support, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young lives while enjoying flexible working hours.
- Qualifications: Minimum 6 months UK social care experience and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 14.24 - 14.24 £ per hour.
About the role: Stratton Mills Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Childrens Residential Agency Support Worker to join our expanding social care team on a zero hour contract basis. This role offers flexible agency work across a range of residential homes supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Learning Disabilities (LD), Autism, and complex needs. If you are an experienced Childrens Residential Support Worker or have relevant UK social care experience and are looking for flexible shifts, this opportunity could be ideal for you.
The Role:
- Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people
- Promote independence, life skills, and positive behaviour
- Support children with routines, activities, appointments, and education
- Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing residential environment
- Follow safeguarding procedures and company policies at all times
- Complete accurate daily logs, incident reports, and handovers
- Work alongside permanent staff and multi-agency professionals
- Adapt confidently to different residential homes and teams
Every Childrens Residential Support Worker plays a key role in ensuring children feel safe, supported, and valued.
Essential Requirements:
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Minimum 6 months experience within the UK social care sector (mandatory)
- Experience can be gained in childrens residential homes, adult residential homes, care homes, supported living services, hospitals, or other regulated social care environments
- Enhanced DBS (can be processed through the agency)
- Flexibility to work day shifts, night shifts, and sleep-ins
- Willingness to travel between services
Desirable:
- Direct experience working in a childrens residential setting
- Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
What We Offer Our Childrens Residential Agency Support Workers:
- From £14.24 per hour up to £15.00 per hour (including holiday pay)
- £40-£50 per sleep shift
- Mileage and travel allowance
- Flexible zero hour contract to suit your availability
- Option to work under PAYE or Self-Employed arrangements
- Opportunities across Leicestershire and surrounding areas
- 24/7 on-call support
- Ongoing training and development
- Temp-to-perm opportunities for long-term career progression
Why Join Stratton Mills Recruitment? At Stratton Mills Recruitment, we specialise in childrens social care recruitment and understand the vital role a Childrens Residential Agency Support Worker plays in transforming young lives. We value reliability, empathy, and professionalism, and we support every Childrens Residential Support Worker with consistent communication, flexibility, and access to ongoing work. If you are ready to take the next step as a Childrens Residential Support Worker, apply today.
Agency Support Worker employer: Stratton Mills Recruitment Ltd
Stratton Mills Recruitment is an exceptional employer for Childrens Residential Agency Support Workers, offering flexible zero-hour contracts that allow you to balance your work and personal life while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people. With competitive pay rates, ongoing training, and 24/7 on-call support, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises your professional growth and well-being. Join us in Leicestershire and surrounding areas, where your dedication will be valued and rewarded in a nurturing environment.
Contact Details:
Stratton Mills Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
