Children's Residential Support Worker - Northampton

Employer: Brook Street

Location: Northampton, East Midlands, GB

Salary: GBP 15.0

Job type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Sector: Healthcare

Job Description

Children's Residential Support Worker - Complex Needs Location: Northampton (NN1) Pay: £14.00 per hour Contract: Ongoing Agency Work Shifts: 12-hour Days (8am-8pm) & Waking Nights (8pm-8am) We are recruiting experienced Children's Residential Support Workers to support children and young people within a specialist semi-independent residential service. Support is provided on a 1:1, 2:1 and 3:1 basis for young people with complex needs including Autism, ADHD, EBD, trauma, attachment difficulties, PDA, ODD, anxiety, self-harm, and behaviours that challenge . Key Responsibilities Provide therapeutic, person-centred support. Support young people with daily routines, activities and independence. Manage behaviours that challenge using trauma-informed approaches. Follow care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans. Administer medication where required. Complete accurate records and reports. Maintain safeguarding and child welfare standards. Requirements Level 3 Diploma/NVQ in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Previous children's residential care experience. Experience supporting young people with complex needs, Autism and ADHD. Understanding of trauma, attachment and safeguarding. Ability to work day and/or waking night shifts. Desirable Physical Intervention/Restraint Training. Knowledge of PACE, DDP, PDA, ODD and therapeutic care approaches. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced support workers seeking regular agency shifts within a specialist children's residential setting. Apply today for immediate consideration.

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