Residential Children's Support Worker

Residential Children’s Support Worker

Location: Tottenham Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: 37–40 hours per week Shift Pattern: Day Shifts 07:45 – 20:15 Benefits: Every other weekend off Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Nurse Seekers are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established children’s residential care provider for passionate and dedicated Support Workers to join their supportive and professional team.

The service provides a holistic, child-centred environment where children and young people are supported to flourish emotionally, socially, and developmentally. Therapeutic approaches are embedded into daily care, ensuring children’s individual needs, wishes, and well-being are always prioritised.

The Role

As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in the daily lives of children and young people. You will act as a positive role model, offering consistent care, guidance, and emotional support within a safe and nurturing family-style environment. You will support children to build resilience, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Children & Young People:

Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times Develop positive, meaningful relationships built on trust and respect Support physical, emotional, behavioural, cultural, and educational needs Encourage positive behaviour and set clear, consistent boundaries Support access to education, healthcare, therapy, and community activities Promote independence and life skills through daily living support Encourage participation in care planning and review meetings Prepare healthy meals and maintain a clean, safe living environment Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns including exploitation risks Advocate for children and support them to achieve their individual goals

Professional Responsibilities:

Work as part of a consistent, supportive team Maintain accurate and timely written and digital records Follow policies, procedures, and safeguarding frameworks Build strong professional relationships with external agencies Attend team meetings, supervision, training, and appraisals Work towards or hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Person Specification – Essential Criteria

GCSE level education or equivalent Willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development Previous experience (paid or unpaid) working with children and young people Basic knowledge of safeguarding legislation and children’s homes regulations Ability to build positive relationships with children presenting emotional or behavioural challenges Honest, reliable, empathetic, and resilient Strong written and IT skills for recording and reporting