Children's Residential Support Worker

Taunton

Children's Residential Support Worker

Taunton

Children's Residential Support Worker

Taunton

Location:

Taunton

Job Type:

Full time

Rate:

Up to £16.68 per hour

Post Date:

19 Jan 2026

Job Code:

ZR_10556_JOB

Pay:£13.90 to £16.68 per hour
Shifts:Flexible shifts available. Part-time and full-time hours.

Be the person a child can trust.

At Newcross Healthcare, we support children and young people to feel safe, valued, and understood. We are recruiting experiencedResidential Support Workersto work within children’s residential services in Taunton.

If you have experience supporting children or young people and want work that truly matters, this role gives you the chance to make a lasting difference every shift.

What you will get

  • Same-day pay:Access up to 50% of your earnings instantly
  • Flexible working:Choose shifts that fit around your life, including days, nights, and weekends
  • Free training:Over 400 CPD-accredited courses through FuturU
  • Referral bonus:Earn up to £500 for every friend you refer
  • Welcome gift:Free uniform and a welcome box when you join
  • Discounts and perks:Savings on food shopping, technology, travel, and more

Your role as a Residential Support Worker

You will work within a children’s residential setting, providing day-to-day care, emotional support, and positive role modelling. Your role will include:

  • Building strong, trusting relationships with children and young people
  • Supporting daily routines and encouraging independence
  • Helping children manage emotions and behaviours in a safe way
  • Being a calm, reliable presence during both good and challenging days

What we are looking for

  • At least 6 months of full-time care experience within the last 3 years
  • A minimum of 3 months’ experience working with children or young people within the last 3 years
  • The right to work in the UK
  • A caring, resilient, and team-focused approach

Why join Newcross Healthcare

For almost 30 years, Newcross Healthcare has supported care professionals to deliver high-quality, compassionate care. We invest in our people and stand by them, because great care starts with feeling supported at work.

Apply now and start making a real difference.

Your next shift could change a young person’s life.

Newcross Healthcare offers permanent employment in temporary locations with full time and part time hours, subject to availability.

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Our Values

The Newcross difference.

Our values shape how we care for patients and support our teams – grounded in integrity, empathy, respect, and a commitment to teamwork.

Integrity

We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.

Respect

Every voice matters, and every person counts.

Empathy

Compassionate hearts

deliver exceptional care.

Teamwork

Great care is never delivered alone.

Two-Healthcare-Workers-on-Phone

Our Values

The Newcross difference.

Our values shape how we care for patients and support our teams – grounded in integrity, empathy, respect, and a commitment to teamwork.

Integrity

We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.

Respect

Every voice matters, and every person counts.

Empathy

Compassionate hearts

deliver exceptional care.

Teamwork

Great care is never delivered alone.

Two-Healthcare-Workers-on-Phone

Our Values

The Newcross difference.

Our values shape how we care for patients and support our teams – grounded in integrity, empathy, respect, and a commitment to teamwork.

Integrity

We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.

Respect

Every voice matters, and every person counts.

Empathy

Compassionate hearts

deliver exceptional care.

Teamwork

Great care is never delivered alone.