Bank Residential Children's Support Worker - Harlow

WhiteTrees Group; Hare Street; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in the UK is seeking dedicated individuals to support young people facing complex challenges. The role involves creating a safe and nurturing environment, administering care, and helping develop essential life skills. Ideal candidates will exhibit empathy, patience, and teamwork while following safeguarding procedures. The position offers ongoing career progression, inclusive training, and various employee benefits, including a referral bonus. Join our committed team in making a lasting difference in young lives.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £500

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Ongoing career progression opportunities

Blue Light Card discount eligibility

Enhanced DBS funded

Qualifications

• Experience in working with young people in care settings.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries while being nurturing.
• Competence in keeping accurate records and completing paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in their daily activities and personal growth.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming home environment.
• Administer medication and handle finances responsibly.
• Transport young people to necessary appointments and activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Calmness under pressure

Job description

• Support and encourage young people to reach their full potential.
• Create a warm, safe and tidy home environment that promotes wellbeing.
• Build trust whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
• Empower young people to develop skills such as cooking, travel, and self-care.
• Support care planning - contribute to risk assessments, positive behaviour plans, and individual goals.
• Keep accurate, reflective records and complete effective shift handovers.
• Administer medication, manage petty cash responsibly and ensure safety checks are completed.
• Drive company vehicles to transport young people to school, appointments, and activities.
• Work collaboratively with your team, attend meetings and training, and follow safeguarding procedures at all times.
  Naturally caring, patient and empathetic
• Calm and grounded, even under pressure, with the ability to set clear, consistent boundaries.
• A supportive team player who leads with empathy and kindness
  Full company induction, including physical intervention training (NFPS)
• Refer a friend bonus £500 TOB Applies.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Ongoing Continuous career progression with funded qualifications leading to enhanced pay scales.
• Blue Light Card discount card eligibility.
• Enhanced DBS funded by us.
• White Trees Group, part of SureCare Residential Ltd provides safe, supportive homes for young people facing complex challenges. We believe our work goes far beyond keeping young people safe; it's about helping them grow, heal and build brighter futures. The therapeutic support we provide is always trauma-informed, child‑centred and relationship‑focused. Real change happens through consistent care, thoughtful planning, therapeutic interventions and a committed team working together to make a lasting difference.