Children's Residential Support Worker - Learning Disabilities

Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire Salary: £12.50 - £13.50 per hour Hours: 36 hours per week Shifts: Day or Night shifts available (Day Shifts: 8:00am - 8:00pm / Night Shifts: 8:00pm - 8:00am) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

We are recruiting Children's Residential Support Workers for a specialist children's residential care home in Stevenage, supporting children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, including challenging behaviours.

The service operates with high staffing levels, delivering 3:1 or 4:1 support. This ensures a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for both children and staff.

This role is suitable for both experienced support workers and those new to children's residential care, as full specialist training is provided.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, child-centred care within a residential setting

Support children and young people with learning disabilities and autism

Work safely within 3:1 or 4:1 staffing ratios

Support individuals with emotional regulation and challenging behaviour

Follow individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans

Promote independence, daily living skills, and positive routines

Maintain accurate documentation and daily records

Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals

Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and Ofsted requirements

Training and Development

No experience required - Full specialist induction and training programme provided

PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) training provided if not already held

Ongoing training, supervision, and professional development

Clear progression opportunities within children's residential care

Candidate Requirements

Interest in working with children and young people with additional needs

Calm, patient, and resilient approach

Ability to work alternate weekends

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Commitment to safeguarding and high standards of care

No previous experience is required. Applications are welcomed from candidates with backgrounds in care, education, youth work, psychology, support work, retail, hospitality, or those seeking a career change.

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