Residential Support Worker

Join Our Team: Children's Mental Health Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a profound difference in the lives of young people?

We are urgently seeking dedicated and compassionate Children's Mental Health Support Workers to provide essential care and support to children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.

This highly rewarding role involves delivering day-to-day care, offering vital respite for families, and engaging young individuals in activities that foster their well-being and development.

Role Details

• Location: Whitehaven, Workington , Dalston, Carlisle, Central Cumbria
• Pay Rate: GBP16 - GBP18 per hour
• Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
  • Flexible working patterns are available, including 12-hour long day shifts.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this critical role, you must meet the following criteria:

• Experience: A minimum of 6 months of recent UK experience working with children and adults in a mental health setting or a care home.
• Right to Work: A valid Right to Work in the UK is mandatory. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorships.
• DBS Check: An Enhanced DBS registered on the update service.
• Training:
  • BILD certified PMVA Course.
  • Classroom Mandatory Training.
• Driving: A valid driving license and access to your own car are mandatory for this role.
  • Openness to travel throughout West Cumbria is essential.

Why Choose Randstad?

Partnering with Randstad offers a range of exceptional benefits designed to support your career and well-being:

• Competitive Pay Rates: We offer market-leading wages to ensure you are compensated fairly for your invaluable work.
• Flexible Working: Enjoy the flexibility to choose working patterns that seamlessly integrate with your lifestyle.
• Dedicated Support: Benefit from a single, specialist point of contact for a smooth and supportive experience.
• Mobile App: Conveniently manage your shifts and availability directly through our user-friendly mobile app.
• Free Training: Gain access to free accredited training opportunities to enhance your professional development and career progression.

If you are ready to make a significant impact and meet the urgent need for support in Cumbria, apply today!

If you'd like to find out more about Agency Shifts, Please get in touch with Sumaira Khan in the Randstad Care team on

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.