Middlesbrough Council is offering a rewarding part-time opportunity for an individual who is committed to providing high-quality residential care and positive support within the community. The ideal candidate will be motivated to pursue further education or professional training, showing a genuine interest in developing specialist skills within the social care sector. Applicants should be able to demonstrate strong communication abilities and critical thinking through relevant training or previous qualifications, ensuring they can respond confidently and professionally in a variety of situations.
A full and valid UK driving licence is essential for this position, as travel between locations may be required. This role provides a stable, flexible working pattern and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals in Middlesbrough.
Position: Residential Support Worker
Job Type: Part Time
Salary: £27,254 – £30,024 pro rata, per annum
Location: Middlesbrough
Overview:
This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in 12 days at 23:59 GMT.
The role
We have an exciting role on offer within our Children’s Services team as a Residential Support Worker.
You will join our ever-growing team in a short breaks service for children with disabilities.
You’ll be a role model and mentor and play a key part in the support system for children who have experienced significant trauma. You’ll play a vital role in helping them build healthy relationships and discover the benefits of education. It’s tough, it’s challenging but it’s incredibly rewarding.
Applications are invited who have appropriate experience and have a professional approach to carry out all aspects of personal and direct care in supporting children with various disabilities. You will be introducing children to new activities and supporting them to be as independent as possible. Some of the children we work with have difficulty forming relationships, following routines and accepting boundaries and can display challenging behaviour.
What you will be doing:
- Planning and provide child-centred cultural, physical, play and recreational activities.
- Think creatively and contribute to effective care planning.
- Provide appropriate therapeutic relationships with the children.
- Develop your understanding of therapeutic childcare practice.
- Monitor the care and treatment of your assigned children within the household.
We work to a flexible working rota 365 days of the year including long days, sleep shifts, waking nights.
You’re not just part of a team, your part of our family and support echoes through every part of our community, and your colleagues are always here to lend a hand or share a smile.
We also offer the following benefits to make your journey with us even more rewarding:
- Sleep-in allowances which mean you could earn up to £4k more annually.
- Paid overtime (based on operational requirements).
- Generous annual leave in addition to bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually.
- A comprehensive range of informal and formal wellbeing support.
- Excellent employer contribution pension.
- Access to Vivup employee benefits.
- Access to electric car lease scheme.
- Access to a wide range of training, learning and development.
- A full induction programme including 80 hours shadowing period, induction booklet and regular supervision/probation.
- Salary benefits include double time for bank holidays, time, and a half for Sunday hours, 0.33 extra for waking nights, £87.54 for a sleep.
- Sick pay.
- Free flu jabs.
What’s more, we’re deeply invested in your professional growth and development. As part of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to complete a fully accredited and funded Diploma for residential care level3/4.
We’re looking for someone who embodies resilience, empathy, and a deep commitment to making a positive impact. Someone who can believe in the untapped potential of these children when others have given up. Drawing on your life experiences, you can provide valuable guidance and support to help them thrive.
You will also need the following:
- A willingness to work towards or hold the recognised NVQ 4 or QCF diploma in working with children and young people in Residential care, or equivalent relevant Children’s Residential work.
- A willingness to complete or to hold the recognised HSC 375 medication or equivalent.
- Desire to undertake further education / training.
- Training or qualifications that demonstrate a clear ability to communicate effectively and think critically.
- A valid and full UK driving licence.
- The legal right to live and work in the UK.
At Middlesbrough Council we are passionate about the children of Middlesbrough. We believe that with support and opportunities, children can overcome challenges.
Please note this vacancy is part time 25 hours per week.
If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Margaret ClugstonMargaret_Clugston@middlesbrough.gov.uk
Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.
The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
Application Process
Application Deadline
December 24th, 2025