Children's Home Support Worker: Impact & Growth

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Penenden Heath; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 days off per week

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Training and development

Job summary

KHR - Recruitment Specialists is seeking Children's Home Support Workers in the Maidstone area, Kent. The roles involve providing high-quality care to young people aged 8-18 in a residential setting, with a focus on safety, development, and emotional wellbeing.

Positions are permanent, with 3 shifts per week (2 for part-time) and a rota issued 4–6 weeks in advance. A rewarding career path, ongoing training, and a bonus scheme are on offer.

Qualifications

• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in childcare or health and social care (essential).
• You must hold a driving license and a vehicle (desirable).
• Have at least 1 year of recent experience in a relevant care setting.
• Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, social difficulties, mental health needs, and complex needs.
• Willingness to do unsociable hours.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with health, medical, and physical care needs
• Arrange and attend healthcare appointments, ensuring appropriate follow-up reporting
• Contribute to a positive 24-hour learning environment
• Maintain a structured, safe, and supportive living environment at all times
• Supervise and support young people during daily routines, including before/after education and mealtimes
• Encourage independence, including developing practical life skills such as cooking
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies
• Attend and actively participate in team meetings and reviews
• Support and engage young people in recreational and social activities, acting as a positive role model
• Plan and deliver structured evening and weekend activities, including managing small activity budgets
• Support outreach work and attend home visits where required

Education

NVQ Level 3 in childcare or health and social care

Tools

Driving license

Vehicle

Job description

KHR - Recruitment Specialists is seeking Children's Home Support Workers in the Maidstone area, Kent. The roles involve providing high-quality care to young people aged 8-18 in a residential setting, with a focus on safety, development, and emotional wellbeing.

Positions are permanent, with 3 shifts per week (2 for part-time) and a rota issued 4–6 weeks in advance. A rewarding career path, ongoing training, and a bonus scheme are on offer.