Agency Support Worker

About the role:<br><br>Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.<br><br>Stratton Mills Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Childrens Residential Agency Support Worker to join our expanding social care team on a zero hour contract basis.<br><br>This Childrens Residential Support Worker role offers flexible agency work across a range of residential homes supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Learning Disabilities (LD), Autism, and complex needs.<br><br>If you are an experienced Childrens Residential Support Worker or have relevant UK social care experience and are looking for flexible shifts, this opportunity could be ideal for you.<br><br>The Role Childrens Residential Agency Support Worker<br>Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people<br>Promote independence, life skills, and positive behaviour<br>Support children with routines, activities, appointments, and education<br>Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing residential environment<br>Follow safeguarding procedures and company policies at all times<br>Complete accurate daily logs, incident reports, and handovers<br>Work alongside permanent staff and multi-agency professionals<br>Adapt confidently to different residential homes and teams<br><br>Every Childrens Residential Support Worker plays a key role in ensuring children feel safe, supported, and valued.<br><br>Essential Requirements<br>Full UK driving licence (essential)<br>Minimum 6 months experience within the UK social care sector (mandatory)<br>Experience can be gained in childrens residential homes, adult residential homes, care homes, supported living services, hospitals, or other regulated social care environments<br>Enhanced DBS (can be processed through the agency)<br>Flexibility to work day shifts, night shifts, and sleep-ins<br>Willingness to travel between services<br><br>Desirable<br>Direct experience working in a childrens residential setting<br>Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour<br>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)<br><br>What We Offer Our Childrens Residential Agency Support Workers<br>From £14.24 per hour up to £15.00 per hour (including holiday pay)<br>£40£50 per sleep shift<br>Mileage and travel allowance<br>Flexible zero hour contract to suit your availability<br>Option to work under PAYE or Self-Employed arrangements<br>Opportunities across Leicestershire and surrounding areas<br>24/7 on-call support<br>Ongoing training and development<br>Temp-to-perm opportunities for long-term career progression<br><br>Why Join Stratton Mills Recruitment?<br><br>At Stratton Mills Recruitment, we specialise in childrens social care recruitment and understand the vital role a Childrens Residential Agency Support Worker plays in transforming young lives.<br><br>We value reliability, empathy, and professionalism, and we support every Childrens Residential Support Worker with consistent communication, flexibility, and access to ongoing work. xwzovoh <br><br>If you are ready to take the next step as a Childrens Residential Support Worker, apply today.