Residential support worker childrens home
- Location
- LS4
- Pay
- £13.25 - £14.25/hr
- Contract
- Permanent
- Shifts
- Day, Long Day, Sleep In
- Hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posted
- 2 October 2026
About this role
Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home Together Care Group | Hope House, Leeds LS4 Together Care Group is recruiting caring, reliable and enthusiastic Residential Support Workers to join our team at Hope House. You will help provide a safe, nurturing home for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs, supporting their wellbeing, confidence and independence. Key responsibilities: • Safeguard children and promote their welfare. • Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a consistent role model. • Support daily routines, providing clear boundaries and encouragement. • Follow individual care and placement plans. • Undertake key-worker responsibilities and provide individual support. • Plan and participate in activities, outings and group work. • Maintain accurate records and report concerns promptly. • Work closely with colleagues, families and other professionals. • Attend training, supervision and team meetings. • Work flexibly across the agreed rota, including sleep-in duties. About you: • Compassionate, patient, honest and reliable. • Able to communicate effectively and work as part of a team. • Able to remain calm in challenging situations and seek support when needed. • Good organisational, recording and reporting skills. • Committed to respecting children’s backgrounds, views and individual needs. • Willing to learn and develop your skills. Previous residential childcare experience and a relevant Level 3 qualification are desirable but are not essential when applying. We welcome applicants who can demonstrate the right qualities and a commitment to working with children. Training and regular supervision will be provided. Applicants must be willing to complete the required childcare qualification and training relevant to their role. A full UK driving licence is desirable. The role involves rota-based shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins as agreed. Start date by agreement, subject to satisfactory recruitment checks. Together Care Group is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks. Apply through this vacancy or email your CV to careers@togethercaregroup.com. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities.