Children's Homes Support Worker HCC624798

Hampshire County Council; Romsey; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Diploma completion bonus

Health Assured EAP

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Hockley House, Romsey, a pioneering new children’s home for 12-18s, is recruiting a Children’s Homes Support Worker. You’ll join Hampshire County Council’s first residential service to deliver trauma-informed care in a safe, nurturing environment.

Working alongside residential, health and education professionals, you’ll help young people build confidence, develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes, while contributing to care plans and accurate records.

Qualifications

• Qualify with Level 3 Diploma or willingness to achieve.
• Knowledge of child development, safeguarding and trauma-informed care.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Calm, compassionate, resilient and adaptable under pressure.
• Comfort with IT systems and keeping accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Build trauma-informed relationships with children, families and professionals.
• Provide high-quality physical, emotional and practical support.
• Support education, life skills and personal development.
• Contribute to care plans and maintain records; prepare reports.
• Promote safeguarding and safe working practices.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver care plans.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Children's Homes Support Worker HCC624798

Help shape brighter futures for children and young people at Hockley House.

Please note, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Hockley House is a pioneering new children's home in Romsey for young people aged 12-18 with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. As Hampshire's first residential home to bring together social care, healthcare and education in one setting, we're helping children build stability, resilience and brighter futures through intensive, trauma-informed support.

Joining Hockley House as a Support Worker is a rare opportunity to be part of a brand-new service. Working alongside residential, health and education professionals, you'll help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can build confidence, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.

Company details

Company: Hampshire County Council

Salary: £28,697 to £31,573 a year, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Romsey, SO51 7QU

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 10 Nov 2026

Closing date: 24 Nov 2026

What you'll do

• Build positive, trauma-informed relationships with children, young people, families and professionals.
• Provide high-quality physical, emotional and practical support in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes in education, life skills and personal development.
• Contribute to care plans, maintain accurate records and prepare reports for families and professional agencies.
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing through effective risk assessment and safe working practices.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver therapeutic care and support plans.

What we're looking for

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or the willingness to achieve this qualification with our support.
• An understanding of child development, safeguarding and trauma-informed care.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A compassionate, resilient and child-centred approach.
• The ability to remain calm and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Confidence using IT systems and maintaining accurate records.

Why join us?

Hockley House is proud to be rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted, demonstrating our commitment to delivering high-quality care and support. This achievement reflects the dedication of our team and the strong, positive culture we have built together. Our Ofsted rating provides external recognition of the good practice that takes place every day, giving staff the confidence that they are part of a service that is respected and making a real difference. If you are looking for a rewarding role within a supportive, professional, and forward-thinking organisation, Hockley House is a great place to work, develop your career, and help transform young lives.

As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of vulnerable children while developing your own skills and career.

Benefits and support

• Career development: Receive a one-off payment of £500 upon successful completion of the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if you do not already hold this qualification).
• Supportive environment: Join an inclusive, friendly and collaborative team that values and supports one another.
• Employee support: Access Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 support, wellbeing resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find out more here.

Our service which operates all year round 24/7 and your shift pattern will include some bank holidays, weekends and sleep in duties. Enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy.

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