Residential Care Worker – Children
Posted on Jul 2, 2026 by CV-Library
Stafford, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£26k - £26k Annual
Full-Time
Change a Child's Future – Join Our Therapeutic Children's Home
Be the person who helps a child feel safe, valued and hopeful again.
Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Do you want more than just a job—you want a career where every day has purpose?
At The Farmhouse, our therapeutic children's home in Great Haywood, Staffordshire, we provide a safe, nurturing home for up to three children aged 5–12 who have experienced significant early-life trauma.
Using our unique Prep4Fostering model, we help children heal, grow and develop the confidence and emotional resilience they need to move into loving, long-term foster families.
This is your opportunity to become part of a close-knit, supportive team that truly changes lives.
Why Join Us?
We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional support for our team.
When you join The Farmhouse, you'll benefit from:
*
A small, family-style home where you can build meaningful relationships with children.
*
A trauma-informed, therapeutic approach that puts children first.
*
Ongoing support and guidance from our dedicated Clinical Psychologist.
*
Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
*
A supportive management team who value your wellbeing and career progression.
*
The opportunity to progress into a Senior Residential Support Worker role if you're ready for the next step.
About the Role
As a Residential Support Worker (or Senior Residential Support Worker), you'll play a vital role in helping children feel safe, secure and understood.
You'll:
*
Create a warm, caring and therapeutic home environment.
*
Support children with daily routines, education, hobbies and family contact.
*
Encourage independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
*
Build positive, trusting relationships that help children recover from trauma.
*
Work alongside colleagues, therapists and external professionals to achieve the very best outcomes.
*
Maintain accurate records and contribute to personalised care plans.
No two days are the same—but every day gives you the chance to make a lasting impact.
What We're Looking For
Essential
*
Full UK driving licence.
*
Right to work in the UK.
*
Willingness to work 24-hour shifts, including sleep-ins.
*
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
*
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
*
A caring, resilient and positive attitude.
*
Commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred therapeutic care.
Desirable
*
Experience working in a children's residential home.
*
Experience supporting children who have experienced trauma or emotional and behavioural difficulties.
*
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice.
*
PRICE, Team Teach or similar behaviour management training.
We also welcome applications from experienced Residential Support Workers who hold a Level 3 qualification and are looking to take the next step into a Senior role.
Is This You?
We're looking for people who are compassionate, patient and emotionally resilient—people who understand that trust takes time and that small victories can have life-changing outcomes.
If you're committed to helping children heal from trauma and build brighter futures, we'd love to hear from you.
Start a Career That Changes Lives
This isn't just another care job.
It's an opportunity to become a trusted adult in a child's life, helping them rediscover safety, happiness and hope for the future.
Apply today and be part of a team that's transforming children's lives—one child at a time
Be the person who helps a child feel safe, valued and hopeful again.
Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Do you want more than just a job—you want a career where every day has purpose?
At The Farmhouse, our therapeutic children's home in Great Haywood, Staffordshire, we provide a safe, nurturing home for up to three children aged 5–12 who have experienced significant early-life trauma.
Using our unique Prep4Fostering model, we help children heal, grow and develop the confidence and emotional resilience they need to move into loving, long-term foster families.
This is your opportunity to become part of a close-knit, supportive team that truly changes lives.
Why Join Us?
We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional support for our team.
When you join The Farmhouse, you'll benefit from:
*
A small, family-style home where you can build meaningful relationships with children.
*
A trauma-informed, therapeutic approach that puts children first.
*
Ongoing support and guidance from our dedicated Clinical Psychologist.
*
Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
*
A supportive management team who value your wellbeing and career progression.
*
The opportunity to progress into a Senior Residential Support Worker role if you're ready for the next step.
About the Role
As a Residential Support Worker (or Senior Residential Support Worker), you'll play a vital role in helping children feel safe, secure and understood.
You'll:
*
Create a warm, caring and therapeutic home environment.
*
Support children with daily routines, education, hobbies and family contact.
*
Encourage independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
*
Build positive, trusting relationships that help children recover from trauma.
*
Work alongside colleagues, therapists and external professionals to achieve the very best outcomes.
*
Maintain accurate records and contribute to personalised care plans.
No two days are the same—but every day gives you the chance to make a lasting impact.
What We're Looking For
Essential
*
Full UK driving licence.
*
Right to work in the UK.
*
Willingness to work 24-hour shifts, including sleep-ins.
*
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
*
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
*
A caring, resilient and positive attitude.
*
Commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred therapeutic care.
Desirable
*
Experience working in a children's residential home.
*
Experience supporting children who have experienced trauma or emotional and behavioural difficulties.
*
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice.
*
PRICE, Team Teach or similar behaviour management training.
We also welcome applications from experienced Residential Support Workers who hold a Level 3 qualification and are looking to take the next step into a Senior role.
Is This You?
We're looking for people who are compassionate, patient and emotionally resilient—people who understand that trust takes time and that small victories can have life-changing outcomes.
If you're committed to helping children heal from trauma and build brighter futures, we'd love to hear from you.
Start a Career That Changes Lives
This isn't just another care job.
It's an opportunity to become a trusted adult in a child's life, helping them rediscover safety, happiness and hope for the future.
Apply today and be part of a team that's transforming children's lives—one child at a time
Reference: 225323943
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Residential Care Worker – Children
Posted on Jul 2, 2026 by CV-Library
Stafford, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£26k - £26k Annual
Full-Time
Change a Child's Future – Join Our Therapeutic Children's Home
Be the person who helps a child feel safe, valued and hopeful again.
Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Do you want more than just a job—you want a career where every day has purpose?
At The Farmhouse, our therapeutic children's home in Great Haywood, Staffordshire, we provide a safe, nurturing home for up to three children aged 5–12 who have experienced significant early-life trauma.
Using our unique Prep4Fostering model, we help children heal, grow and develop the confidence and emotional resilience they need to move into loving, long-term foster families.
This is your opportunity to become part of a close-knit, supportive team that truly changes lives.
Why Join Us?
We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional support for our team.
When you join The Farmhouse, you'll benefit from:
*
A small, family-style home where you can build meaningful relationships with children.
*
A trauma-informed, therapeutic approach that puts children first.
*
Ongoing support and guidance from our dedicated Clinical Psychologist.
*
Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
*
A supportive management team who value your wellbeing and career progression.
*
The opportunity to progress into a Senior Residential Support Worker role if you're ready for the next step.
About the Role
As a Residential Support Worker (or Senior Residential Support Worker), you'll play a vital role in helping children feel safe, secure and understood.
You'll:
*
Create a warm, caring and therapeutic home environment.
*
Support children with daily routines, education, hobbies and family contact.
*
Encourage independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
*
Build positive, trusting relationships that help children recover from trauma.
*
Work alongside colleagues, therapists and external professionals to achieve the very best outcomes.
*
Maintain accurate records and contribute to personalised care plans.
No two days are the same—but every day gives you the chance to make a lasting impact.
What We're Looking For
Essential
*
Full UK driving licence.
*
Right to work in the UK.
*
Willingness to work 24-hour shifts, including sleep-ins.
*
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
*
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
*
A caring, resilient and positive attitude.
*
Commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred therapeutic care.
Desirable
*
Experience working in a children's residential home.
*
Experience supporting children who have experienced trauma or emotional and behavioural difficulties.
*
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice.
*
PRICE, Team Teach or similar behaviour management training.
We also welcome applications from experienced Residential Support Workers who hold a Level 3 qualification and are looking to take the next step into a Senior role.
Is This You?
We're looking for people who are compassionate, patient and emotionally resilient—people who understand that trust takes time and that small victories can have life-changing outcomes.
If you're committed to helping children heal from trauma and build brighter futures, we'd love to hear from you.
Start a Career That Changes Lives
This isn't just another care job.
It's an opportunity to become a trusted adult in a child's life, helping them rediscover safety, happiness and hope for the future.
Apply today and be part of a team that's transforming children's lives—one child at a time
Be the person who helps a child feel safe, valued and hopeful again.
Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Do you want more than just a job—you want a career where every day has purpose?
At The Farmhouse, our therapeutic children's home in Great Haywood, Staffordshire, we provide a safe, nurturing home for up to three children aged 5–12 who have experienced significant early-life trauma.
Using our unique Prep4Fostering model, we help children heal, grow and develop the confidence and emotional resilience they need to move into loving, long-term foster families.
This is your opportunity to become part of a close-knit, supportive team that truly changes lives.
Why Join Us?
We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional support for our team.
When you join The Farmhouse, you'll benefit from:
*
A small, family-style home where you can build meaningful relationships with children.
*
A trauma-informed, therapeutic approach that puts children first.
*
Ongoing support and guidance from our dedicated Clinical Psychologist.
*
Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
*
A supportive management team who value your wellbeing and career progression.
*
The opportunity to progress into a Senior Residential Support Worker role if you're ready for the next step.
About the Role
As a Residential Support Worker (or Senior Residential Support Worker), you'll play a vital role in helping children feel safe, secure and understood.
You'll:
*
Create a warm, caring and therapeutic home environment.
*
Support children with daily routines, education, hobbies and family contact.
*
Encourage independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
*
Build positive, trusting relationships that help children recover from trauma.
*
Work alongside colleagues, therapists and external professionals to achieve the very best outcomes.
*
Maintain accurate records and contribute to personalised care plans.
No two days are the same—but every day gives you the chance to make a lasting impact.
What We're Looking For
Essential
*
Full UK driving licence.
*
Right to work in the UK.
*
Willingness to work 24-hour shifts, including sleep-ins.
*
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
*
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
*
A caring, resilient and positive attitude.
*
Commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred therapeutic care.
Desirable
*
Experience working in a children's residential home.
*
Experience supporting children who have experienced trauma or emotional and behavioural difficulties.
*
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice.
*
PRICE, Team Teach or similar behaviour management training.
We also welcome applications from experienced Residential Support Workers who hold a Level 3 qualification and are looking to take the next step into a Senior role.
Is This You?
We're looking for people who are compassionate, patient and emotionally resilient—people who understand that trust takes time and that small victories can have life-changing outcomes.
If you're committed to helping children heal from trauma and build brighter futures, we'd love to hear from you.
Start a Career That Changes Lives
This isn't just another care job.
It's an opportunity to become a trusted adult in a child's life, helping them rediscover safety, happiness and hope for the future.
Apply today and be part of a team that's transforming children's lives—one child at a time
Reference: 225323943
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