Children's Residential Support Worker - Therapeutic Setting

Posting date:	29 May 2026
Salary:	£28,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	28 June 2026
Location:	Salisbury, Wiltshire, sp1 1up
Company:	Charles Hunter Associates Ltd
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	CRSWSAL290526_1780051887

Summary

Children's Residential Care Associate - Therapeutic Support

This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where they can thrive.

Salisbury

Up to £28,000 per year

We are seeking a dedicated and caring Children's Residential Care Associate to join a therapeutic residential service in Salisbury.

In this role, you will help children develop emotional wellbeing, independence, and positive life skills. You will play a vital part in creating a stable home environment that promotes safety, consistency, and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with daily routines and activities
• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour strategies
• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people
• Support education, leisure, and social development
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary residential care team
• Contribute to care plans and safeguarding responsibilities

Shift Pattern

• Full-time permanent role
• Includes day shifts, evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Rolling rota for consistency and work-life balance

What We Offer

• Salary up to £28,000 per year
• Full induction and ongoing training programme
• Clear career progression opportunities in residential care
• Supportive team culture and management support
• Rewarding role making a real difference every day

About You

• Caring, reliable, and committed to supporting children
• Able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Experience in care, youth work, or support roles is helpful but not essential
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed
• Driver required

This is an excellent opportunity to build a meaningful career in children's residential care while helping young people achieve stability, confidence, and brighter futures.

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