Residential Children’s Home Support Worker

  • 25th Feb 2026 Darlington, County Durham
  • Residential Children’s Home Support Worker- Darlington

    We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team in Residential Children’s Homes in DARLINGTON

    Work Location- Darlington, Co. Durham

    Flexible Shifts- Days and Nights

    Pay Rates- 15-16 per hour

    About the Role

    A Residential Children’s Home provides a safe and supportive living environment for children and young people who cannot live with their birth families. Our homes are designed to replicate a family setting, staffed by professionals who provide 24/7 care. Day-to-day responsibilities include supporting young people with their education, homework, meals, behaviour, and engaging them in activities both within the home and the community, aiming to create an experience as close to a normal family home as possible.

    About You

    You are a nurturing and caring individual with strong communication skills, capable of building trust and engaging with young people. You understand the importance of providing a stable and supportive environment for children who may have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, or have learning disabilities.

    Requirements

    Minimum 6 months of experience working within a residential children’s home.
    Experience supporting children and young people who display challenging behaviour (verbal and physical).
    Experience working with young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, and neglect.
    Experience working with children with diagnosed learning disabilities.
    Strong communication skills.

    Additional Information

    PMVA training is essential. Being a car driver is preferred.

    If you are interested in this position, please CLICK APPLY or email Sumaira with your updated CV to arrange a conversation to discuss the details further.

    Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

    Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing

    Job Info

  • Job Title: Residential Children’s Home Support Worker
  • Location: Darlington, County Durham
  • Post Date: 25th Feb 2026
  • Close Date: 28th Mar 2026
  • Job Salary: £15 - £16 per hour Sleep-in Package available
  • Job Hours: Full Time
  • Job Contract: Temporary
  • Company: Randstad Care
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