Children's Residential Support Worker

Children’s Residential Support Worker
£26,000-£30,000k Per Annum
Medway, Kent
Full-time – Shift Work including Weekends and Sleep Nights
Permanent

An established, therapeutic 5-bed children’s home in Medway is seeking dedicated and compassionate Children’s Residential Support Workers to join their team. The successful candidates will support children and young people to thrive in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.

Role Overview
This role involves working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and support to looked-after children. The focus is on promoting emotional wellbeing, positive routines, and personal development through therapeutic, person-centred practice.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with children and young peopleProvide day-to-day care within a safe, homely, therapeutic environmentPromote emotional wellbeing, healthy routines and positive decision-makingSupport young people to develop independence through meaningful activitiesUse trauma-informed and person-centred approaches in all aspects of careParticipate in community outings and daily routinesSupport with daily living tasks such as school preparation and mealtime routinesComplete accurate documentation and contribute to care planningEnsure adherence to safeguarding and Ofsted compliance standards

Person Specification

Experience working in a children’s home or residential care settingAbility to work effectively within a team and independentlyA positive role model with strong communication skillsGenuine care for the wellbeing and development of children and young peopleFlexibility to work a rota including evenings, weekends and sleep-in dutiesHold or be willing to complete a Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People’s WorkforceFull UK driving licence (desirable)

What’s Offered

Supportive management and team cultureOpportunities for professional development and career progressionCompetitive pay ratesComprehensive induction and ongoing trainingEmphasis on staff wellbeing and a collaborative working environment

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in children’s lives, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in residential care. Apply now to join a supportive and values-driven team.

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