Salary: £27k - 28k per year
Reference: SERENSUPP
Job Title: Children’s Residential Support Worker (EBD)
Location: Enfield, North London
Salary: £27,000 – £28,000 per annum
Service Type: 1-Bed Children’s Home (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties – EBD)
Regulatory Body: Ofsted
We are recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Children’s Residential Support Worker to join a 1-bed EBD children’s home in Enfield. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a highly focused environment, supporting one young person to achieve positive outcomes in a safe, structured, and nurturing setting.
- Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to a young person with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
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Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a consistent role model.
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Support the implementation of care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies.
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Promote the young person’s independence, education, and social development.
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Maintain a safe and supportive environment in line with safeguarding procedures and Ofsted standards.
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Accurately record daily activities, incidents, and progress reports.
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Work collaboratively with the wider team, external professionals, and family members where appropriate.
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Participate in shift work, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays.
- Previous experience working within a children’s residential home is essential.
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Experience supporting children with EBD and/or challenging behaviours.
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Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.
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Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to challenging situations.
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Good communication and teamwork skills.
- NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent) – preferred but not essential.
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Knowledge of trauma-informed care practices.
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Full UK driving licence.
- Competitive salary of £27,000 – £28,000 per annum.
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Opportunity to work in a 1-bed home, allowing for more focused and meaningful support.
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Ongoing training and development opportunities.
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Supportive team environment with clear career progression pathways.
Please note: Only candidates with previous experience within a children’s residential home will be considered.
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