6 x Residential Support Workers - Children's Home

Safe Haven Talent Limited; Plumstead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking compassionate Residential Support Workers to join their team. You will provide high-quality care for children in a residential setting, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Responsibilities include maintaining records, implementing care plans, and supporting the emotional and social development of the children. Ideal candidates should have relevant childcare qualifications and experience, alongside strong communication and organisational skills. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Bonus and recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working within a residential children’s home setting.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Support emotional, physical, and social development of children.
• Maintain accurate records and follow policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Knowledge of Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Tools

ClearCare

Job description

Job Description

We are recruiting 6 committed and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join a professional care team supporting children and young people within a residential children’s home. The successful candidate will provide high-quality care in line with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards , ensuring each young person experiences a safe, nurturing and stable environment.

You will play a key role in implementing and reviewing Care Plans, Risk Assessments and Behaviour Support Plans , and will work closely with colleagues, external agencies and other professionals to deliver consistent and child-centred support. As a Key Worker , you will maintain accurate records, contribute to the daily running of the home, and uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times.

Main Duties Include

• Acting as a Key Worker—supporting young people’s emotional, physical and social development
• Working directly in line with each child’s care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies
• Maintaining accurate and contemporaneous records, including daily logs, incident reports, appointment notes, review documentation and statutory reports
• Applying a sound working knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
• Attending training, supervisions and team meetings as part of ongoing professional development
• Contributing to domestic tasks and maintaining a warm, safe and clean home environment
• Taking responsibility for the home during the absence of senior staff, escalating safeguarding or operational concerns appropriately
• Working a flexible shift pattern, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and festive periods
• Supporting Ofsted compliance, including contributing to evidence for inspections
• Promoting participation, rights and the voice of the child within all practice

This role requires professionalism, resilience, and a strong commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

Requirements

Essential

• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work toward within regulatory timescales)
• Experience working within a residential children’s home setting (this is essential)
• Experience using children’s residential care IT systems, such as ClearCare, to update records, logs and reports
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow policies and procedures to regulatory standards
• Knowledge and understanding of risk assessments and safeguarding, including practical experience applying them in practice
• Experience of interpreting and updating care plans, and contributing to behaviour support and risk management
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and professional boundaries
• Experience of creating or supporting staff rotas, and an understanding of maintaining safe staffing levels
• Strong communication, teamwork and relationship-building skills

Desirable

• Experience within an Ofsted-regulated children’s home
• Knowledge of the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience working with children affected by trauma, attachment difficulties or behavioural needs

Safer Recruitment

This post is subject to full safer recruitment checks, including :

• Enhanced DBS
• Right to work and identity verification
• Full employment history and reference checks
• Medical fitness declaration
• Ongoing suitability monitoring throughout employment

Benefits

We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a reputable children’s residential care provider that is committed to creating an exceptional working environment. Their focus is on supporting, valuing, and empowering their staff so they can deliver the highest standard of care. The organisation recognises that its team is central to its success and actively promotes wellbeing, professional development, and a strong sense of purpose.

Competitive Compensation

Our client offers highly competitive salaries alongside a flexible rota system. Shifts are planned well in advance to promote a healthy work–life balance and help prevent staff burnout.

Bonus & Recognition Scheme

To foster a culture of appreciation, the organisation provides generous bonus schemes across a variety of roles. Staff achievements are celebrated through regular monthly, quarterly, and annual recognition awards.

Training & Professional Development

The organisation invests heavily in comprehensive training, beginning with a robust induction programme and continuing through ongoing professional development opportunities. Staff are supported in achieving nationally recognised qualifications, including :

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Clear Career Progression

Every role comes with a structured development plan to support long-term career growth.

Junior Residential Support Workers receive the training and experience needed to progress into Senior and Team Leader positions.

Deputy Managers benefit from tailored mentoring and development designed to prepare them for Registered Manager or Responsible Individual roles.

Leadership Requirements

We’re looking for a dynamic leader who blends empathy with excellence, and who thrives on building something meaningful from the ground up.

Essential

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in an Ofsted-registered children’s home (EBD or similar).
• Proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings.
• Strong understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards (2015).
• Robust safeguarding knowledge and ability to implement effective systems and processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Experience supporting children with EBD, trauma, or attachment difficulties.
• Previous involvement in registering or setting up a new children’s home.