Support Worker for Children's Residential Home

Support Worker - Residential Children's HomeJob Purpose

To provide high-quality care and support to children and young people living in a residential children's home, promoting their physical, emotional, educational, and social development while ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times.

Key ResponsibilitiesChild Care and Support

• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide daily care, guidance, and emotional support.
• Promote independence, life skills, self-esteem, and confidence.
• Support children to engage in education, training, employment, and recreational activities.
• Act as a positive role model and advocate for young people.

Safeguarding

• Safeguard and protect children from harm, abuse, exploitation, and neglect.
• Recognise and report safeguarding concerns in line with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure children's welfare remains the primary focus of all care and support provided.
• Follow risk assessments and behaviour management plans.

Care Planning

• Implement individual care plans, placement plans, and risk assessments.
• Contribute to reviews and care planning meetings.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, reports, and daily logs.
• Monitor and record the progress, achievements, and wellbeing of young people.

Behaviour Support

• Manage challenging behaviour appropriately and professionally.
• Use de-escalation techniques to support young people during periods of distress.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage personal responsibility.
• Maintain professional boundaries while developing supportive relationships.

Household Responsibilities

• Support young people with cooking, cleaning, budgeting, shopping, and personal care where required.
• Ensure the home remains clean, safe, and welcoming.
• Participate in household tasks and activities alongside young people.

Partnership Working

• Work collaboratively with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, families, and other relevant agencies.
• Attend meetings and contribute to care planning and reviews.
• Maintain effective communication with colleagues and external professionals.

Health and Safety

• Ensure the safety and security of young people and the home environment.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Administer medication in accordance with policies and training.
• Report accidents, incidents, and concerns promptly.

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays.
• Full UK driving licence (desirable or essential depending on the role).
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations effectively.

Desirable Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards).
• Previous experience within a residential children's home setting.
• Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.