Job Overview
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children’s lives? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Residential Support Worker to join our Children & Social Care team. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, structured support to children and young people living in residential settings. Your energy and enthusiasm will help create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, develop essential life skills, and reach their full potential. This is an exciting opportunity to build meaningful relationships and contribute to transformative care experiences.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience working within:
- Children's residential homes
- Residential family assessment units
- Supported accommodation for young people
- Supported living services
- Mental health and complex-needs residential services
You may be supporting children, young people, adults or families depending on the placement and your previous experience.
Responsibilities
- Support children and young people within residential and supported settings.
- Build positive and professional relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
- Support young people with daily routines, independence, life skills and positive engagement.
- Provide emotional and practical support in line with individual care and support plans.
- Support young people to manage emotions and behaviours in a safe and appropriate way.
- Respond calmly and professionally to challenging situations and incidents.
- Follow individual risk assessments, behaviour support plans and safeguarding procedures.
- Recognise, respond to and report safeguarding concerns appropriately.
- Complete clear, accurate and timely daily records, observations and incident reports.
- Support activities, appointments and community engagement where required.
- Work collaboratively with social workers and other professionals to provide consistent support.
- Help maintain a safe, structured and supportive residential environment.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience within residential social care or a similar support setting.
- Experience supporting children and young people is highly desirable.
- Experience within EBD, challenging behaviour, autism, mental health, complex needs or supported accommodation would be beneficial.
- A good understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confidence remaining calm and professional during challenging situations.
- Good written communication skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.
- A reliable, flexible and professional approach.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
Requirements
- Right to work in the UK.
- Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.
- Relevant residential/support work experience.
- Ability to work days, nights and weekends where required.
- Full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay starting from £13.50 per hour
- A range of day, night and weekend shifts
- Opportunities to work across residential children's services throughout London
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunities for career progression
- A supportive and professional working environment
If you have experience supporting children and young people within residential care, supported accommodation or similar social care settings and are passionate about achieving positive outcomes, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Hyacinth Care Group.
Pay: From £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
