Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Croydon
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £13.50 – £14.50 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Working Hours: Full-time, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, sleep-ins and shift work.
The Role
As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people within a residential care setting. You will provide high-quality care, emotional support and practical guidance while promoting positive outcomes and safeguarding their welfare.
Working as part of a dedicated team, you will help create a stable, supportive and therapeutic environment where children feel valued, respected and empowered to achieve their goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day care, support and supervision to children and young people.
- Create and maintain a safe, warm and nurturing home environment.
- Build positive, trusting and professional relationships with children and young people.
- Support children in achieving their educational, social, emotional and developmental goals.
- Implement and contribute to individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.
- Encourage participation in recreational, educational, and community-based activities.
- Promote independence, self-confidence, and essential life skills.
- Manage challenging behaviours calmly and effectively using therapeutic and restorative approaches.
- Work collaboratively with families, social workers, schools, healthcare professionals, and other agencies.
- Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures, health and safety regulations and Children's Home Standards.
- Participate in team meetings, supervision sessions and ongoing training.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum of one year's experience working with childcare or a similar support in a residential setting.
- NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Social Care, or an equivalent qualification.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- A caring, patient, and resilient approach to supporting vulnerable children and young people.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Willingness to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
- Experience in behaviour management and safeguarding practices.
- Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
At Priory Children’s Home, we value and invest in our staff by offering:
- Competitive pay rates.
- Comprehensive induction, training and professional development opportunities.
- Career progression and promotion opportunities.
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee discount scheme.
- Supportive and inclusive working environment.
Application Process
If you are passionate about improving the lives of children and young people and have the skills, experience and commitment to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you would be an excellent addition to the Priory Children’s Home team.
Priory Children’s Home is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks and safer recruitment procedures.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Pay: £23,328.00-£25,056.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
