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  • Job Description:

    Children’s Residential Support Worker – Stoke-on-Trent and Surrounding Areas
    £12.71 – £14.00 per hour

    Talent Crest Staffing is recruiting passionate and dedicated Children’s Residential Support Workers to support children and young people in residential and supported living settings across Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding areas.

    You will be working with children and young people who present with emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping to create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where they can grow, develop, and achieve positive outcomes.

    What We Offer:

    • Competitive pay: £12.55 – £14.00 per hour

    • Full day shifts with sleep-ins available (block bookings available)

    • Waking night shifts available

    • Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability

    • Earn over £250.00 for one full day shift with a sleep-in

    • Ongoing support from a dedicated team

    Your Role Will Include:

    • Supporting young people with daily routines and activities

    • Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

    • Providing consistent, compassionate care and support

    • Encouraging independence and personal development

    • Working as part of a supportive and professional team

    We are looking for caring, resilient, and committed individuals who are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

    Apply today with Talent Crest Staffing and take the next step in your career with opportunities that are both rewarding and meaningful.

    To apply, please send your CV to info@talentcreststaffing.com. Alternatively, you can contact us on 07874 288453 to discuss available roles and your experience in confidence.

  • Children’s Waking Night Support Worker – Birmingham and Surrounding Areas

    Talent Crest Staffing is currently recruiting Children’s Waking Night Support Workers to support children and young people within residential homes and supported living services across Birmingham and surrounding areas.

    This is a great opportunity for experienced support workers looking for flexible agency shifts, permanent roles, or weekend-only work within children’s residential care.

    Shift Patterns:

    • 20:00 – 08:00

    • 22:00 – 08:00

    Role Responsibilities:

    • Supporting children and young people throughout waking night shifts

    • Maintaining a safe, calm, and supportive environment overnight

    • Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs where required

    • Completing accurate records and handovers for the day team

    • Working closely with staff to ensure consistency of care

    Requirements:

    • Minimum 1 year UK experience working with Children & Young People

    • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

    • Willing to complete a DBS check (DBS on the Update Service accepted)

    • Caring, reliable, and professional approach

    What We Offer:

    • Flexible agency work to suit your availability

    • Permanent opportunities available

    • Weekend-only shifts available

    • Competitive rates of pay

    • Supportive and friendly team environment

    If you have the experience, commitment, and passion to support children and young people, apply today and join Talent Crest Staffing.

    To apply, please send your CV to info@talentcreststaffing.com. You can also contact us on 07874 288453 to discuss current opportunities in confidence.

  • Senior Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home – Shrewsbury
    Salary: £28,988 per annum

    Talent Crest Staffing is recruiting for a passionate and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join a children’s residential home in Shrewsbury, supporting children and young people in a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed environment.

    This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team focused on providing high-quality residential care that promotes stability, emotional wellbeing, personal growth, and positive outcomes for young people.

    As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will play an important role in the daily running of the home, supporting children and young people while also providing guidance and leadership to the wider care team. You will help create a positive home environment where young people feel safe, valued, and supported to achieve their full potential.

    Your Responsibilities:

    • Supporting the day-to-day care of children and young people within the home

    • Acting as a positive role model for both young people and staff

    • Promoting a nurturing, child-centred, and trauma-informed approach to care

    • Supporting the leadership team to maintain high standards within the home

    • Encouraging education, independence, and personal development

    • Ensuring children’s voices remain central to decision-making

    • Helping the home meet Ofsted regulations and quality standards

    What We’re Looking For:

    • Previous experience working with children, young people, and families

    • Strong understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed care

    • Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and quality standards

    • Flexibility to work shifts in line with the needs of the home

    • Relevant qualification in Residential Childcare

    • Full UK driving licence and access to your own transport

    • Passion, resilience, and commitment to improving young people’s lives

    What’s on Offer:

    • £28,988 annual salary

    • Enhanced annual leave entitlement

    • Pension scheme and enhanced sick pay

    • Ongoing training and professional development

    • Supportive leadership and management team

    • Employee wellbeing support and healthcare benefits

    • Career progression opportunities within residential childcare

    This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people by providing the care, consistency, and support they deserve.

    Apply today with Talent Crest Staffing to take the next step in your residential childcare career.

    To apply, please send your CV to info@talentcreststaffing.com or call 07874 288453 to speak confidentially about current opportunities.

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