Day / Night Support Worker - Ofsted Children's Home

Residential Support Worker – Children's Home ('GOOD' Ofsted Rated)

Dagenham (RM10), Essex

£13.00–£13.50 per hour | 37.5 contracted hours per week

Day Shifts & Waking Night Shifts Available

Three shifts per week – No sleep-ins required!

About the Role

We are looking for caring, compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Workers to join our established Ofsted-registered children's home in Romford.

We have opportunities for both Day Support Workers and Waking Night Support Workers.

Our home is registered for three children, currently at full occupancy, and has achieved a 'Good' Ofsted rating. You will be joining a supportive team, helping children and young people feel safe, valued and supported while promoting their development, independence and emotional wellbeing.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay of £13.00–£13.50 per hour.

• 37.5 contracted hours per week.

• Just 3 shifts per week.

• Choice of day or waking night shifts.

• No sleep-ins required.

• Established three-bed children's home with a 'Good' Ofsted rating.

• Supportive management and friendly team.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Shift Patterns

Day Shifts: 8:00am – 8:30pm.

Waking Night Shifts: 8:00pm – 8:30am.

Three shifts per week, with 37.5 contracted hours.

Your Responsibilities

• Providing safe, nurturing and individualised care.

• Building positive relationships with children and young people.

• Supporting daily routines, education and personal development.

• Promoting independence and emotional wellbeing.

• Following care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.

• Maintaining accurate records using the ClearCare system.

• Supporting positive behaviour and managing challenging situations appropriately.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals.

About You

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in residential childcare or a similar care setting.

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards it, where required.

• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• A caring, patient and resilient approach.

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.

Most importantly, you must be reliable, enthusiastic and committed to achieving positive outcomes for children.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are looking for a rewarding role with competitive pay, consistent contracted hours, only three shifts per week and a choice of days or waking nights, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: £13.00–£13.50 per hour.

Hours: 37.5 contracted hours per week (3 shifts).

Location: Dagenham, Essex.

Shifts: Days (8am–8:30pm) or Waking Nights (8pm–8:30am).

No sleep-ins required!

Apply today and become part of our growing team!

Safer Recruitment

Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, right-to-work checks, employment history checks and other relevant safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff are expected to share this commitment