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Support Worker

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United Kingdomfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Oct 2026
💰 £13/yr

About the role

Support Workers – Children’s Residential Home

Location: Derby
Pay: £13.30 per hour + £50 per sleep-in shift

HUFF Recruitment is currently recruiting Support Workers to join a children’s residential home in Derby.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people, helping them overcome challenges, build confidence and develop the skills they need to thrive.

The Role

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Provide day-to-day care and support to children and young people in a residential setting.

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Help create a safe, stable and nurturing home environment.

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Support young people with their emotional, social and developmental needs.

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Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain accurate records.

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Work closely with colleagues to provide consistent, child-centred care.

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Participate in activities that promote independence, confidence and positive outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

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Experience working with children or young people is desirable.

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A caring, patient and resilient approach.

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Good communication and teamwork skills.

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An understanding of safeguarding and the needs of vulnerable young people.

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A willingness to work shifts, including sleep-ins.

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A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare is desirable, or a willingness to work towards it, subject to the role’s requirements.

What’s on Offer

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£13.30 per hour.

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£50 per sleep-in shift.

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The opportunity to make a genuine difference in young people’s lives.

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Support and opportunities to develop within children’s residential care.

If you’re passionate about making a positive difference and want to build a career in children’s residential care, we’d love to hear from you.

Interested? Get in touch with HUFF Recruitment today to find out more or apply.

HUFF Recruitment
Specialists in Children’s Residential & Social Care Recruitment

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