Children's Residential Support Worker

Children's Residential Support Worker - Ofsted

Location: Romford

Contract Type: Full Time

Pay: £12.50 – £14.00 per hour (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Sleep-ins: £50 per night

Shift Pattern: Day Shifts, 8:00am – 8:30pm

Are you seeking a full-time Residential Support Worker role where you can make a genuine impact every single day? We are recruiting committed and compassionate Support Workers to join our Ofsted-registered therapeutic children's home in Romford. If you are passionate about supporting young people and developing a long-term career in residential childcare, this is an excellent opportunity.

Why Join Us?

Full-Time Stability and Consistent Day Shifts

This position offers regular daytime hours, providing routine, structure and the opportunity to work within an experienced and supportive therapeutic team.

Competitive Pay with Sleep-In Enhancements

You will receive £12.50 – £14.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications, plus £50 for every sleep-in shift.

Purpose-Led Residential Childcare Work

You will support children and young people aged 10–17 with daily routines, emotional wellbeing, education and life skills development. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference, helping young people grow in confidence, independence and resilience.

Therapeutic Training and Ongoing Development

We offer a comprehensive induction and continued training in therapeutic and trauma-informed practice. Our experienced leadership team promotes professional development, reflection and high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

As a Daytime Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Provide emotional, practical and therapeutic support to children and young people
• Build safe, consistent and professional relationships
• Support daily routines including meals, activities, appointments and education
• Encourage independence and promote essential life skills
• Maintain strong safeguarding practice and follow behaviour support plans
• Complete clear, accurate and Ofsted-compliant records and reports
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals
• Promote positive engagement, inclusion and community participation

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Experience supporting children or young people (residential care, social care, SEN, youth work, education or similar)
• Strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills
• Ability to remain calm, consistent and resilient in challenging situations
• Understanding of safeguarding, child development and professional boundaries
• Flexibility to work full-time day shifts, including some weekends

Desirable:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• First Aid training
• Experience supporting young people with emotional or behavioural needs
• Full UK driving licence

What You Will Gain

• Hourly rate of £12.50 – £14.00
• £50 per night for sleep-in shifts
• Full-time stability with structured daytime shifts
• Comprehensive induction and therapeutic training
• Supportive, inclusive and reflective team culture
• Clear pathways for progression into Senior Support Worker or Team Leader roles
• Staff wellbeing support and access to Employee Assistance Programmes

Apply Today

If you are caring, committed and motivated to support young people to achieve positive outcomes, we would welcome your application.

Please apply with your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you are interested in the Full-Time Day Residential Support Worker role at our Romford children's home.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: £12.50-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Is your DBS on the update service ?

Work Location: In person