Children's Residential Support Worker

The position

The homes support children and young people with a range of emotional and behavioural needs, using trauma-informed, child-centred and relationship-based approaches. You'll play a vital role in providing consistent, high-quality care that helps young people feel safe, supported and empowered.

The position is initially temporary, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidates.

What's on offer

• Excellent rates of pay.
• Flexible working.
• Day shifts, waking nights and sleep-in shifts available.
• Work across residential homes in north Essex.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.

The role

• Provide consistent, high-quality care and support to children and young people.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing and well-organised home.
• Build positive relationships while keeping appropriate professional boundaries.
• Support young people to develop independence and life skills, including cooking, travel and self-care.
• Follow care plans, behaviour support strategies and risk assessments.
• Complete accurate daily records and handovers.
• Administer medication and carry out safety checks where trained and authorised.
• Transport young people to school, appointments and activities when required.
• Work with colleagues and follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

About you

• Naturally caring, patient and empathetic.
• Calm and resilient under pressure, able to set clear and consistent boundaries.
• A reliable team player who works professionally in residential settings.