Residential Care
Working in Residential care means wearing about ten different hats at once! Parent, cleaner, referee, personal chauffeur…
No two days are the same and if you’re on shift and having a ‘quiet day’, never- ever jinx it!
Residential care support work is requires real graft. Compassion, support, patience, creativity and love. If you have these qualities, we’d love to hear from you!
Is this for me?
A Residential Care Support Worker in a children’s home provides daily care, support, and guidance to children and young people who may be unable to live with their families. The role focuses on creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where young people can feel valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. This includes helping with daily routines, supporting education, promoting independence, and ensuring each child’s individual needs are met.
Safeguarding Children
The role involves building positive and trusting relationships with children and young people, often supporting those who have experienced trauma, adversity, or challenging life circumstances. Residential Care Support Workers act as positive role models, helping young people develop life skills, emotional resilience, confidence, and healthy relationships. They also work closely with families, social workers, schools, and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for each child.Safeguarding is a key responsibility within the role, requiring staff to promote the welfare and safety of children at all times. Residential Care Support Workers must be able to respond calmly and professionally to challenging situations, maintain accurate records, and follow care plans and safeguarding procedures. The role can be demanding but is highly rewarding, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
Why Choose TrueNorth Staffing?
Join the TrueNorth Care Team
So being a carer with TrueNorth involves long days, a lot of heart. Every task, laugh, and “thank you” is part of something deeply meaningful.
Think you’ve got what it takes? At TrueNorth Staffing, we provide temporary staffing to a variety of care homes across the Fylde coast — and we’re always on the lookout for amazing carers who are as reliable as they are kind and compassionate.
A great sense of humour is essential — we work hard, we care deeply, and we laugh a lot. If this sounds like your kind of job (and your kind of people), we’d love to hear from you. Just send your cv across through the website and we’ll be in touch faster than you can say “Why is Margaret’s hearing aid in the kettle again?”
Why Choose Us?
Our Unique Approach Sets Us Apart
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Personalised Experiences
We focus on building individual relationships with candidates and employers, ensuring each connection is meaningful and tailored to your needs.
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Local Expertise
With deep-rooted knowledge of the Blackpool area, we understand the specific demands and opportunities within our local job market.
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Fun and Friendly
Our team believes that recruitment doesn't have to be boring. Enjoy a light-hearted approach that still prioritises professionalism and efficiency.
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