Children's Residential Support Worker

Newcross Healthcare Solutions; Erith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare support organization in Erith is seeking a compassionate Children's Residential Support Worker to provide stability and care to children. The role requires at least 6 months of full-time experience in care and emphasizes building trust and emotional support. Flexible shifts and opportunity for same-day pay are available, making a significant difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Same-day pay

Flexible working hours

Free training courses

Referral bonus up to £500

Welcome gift including free uniform

Qualifications

• 6+ months of full-time care experience in the last 3 years.
• At least 3 months’ experience working with children or young people in the last 3 years.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support children with day-to-day life and emotional well-being.
• Build positive relationships based on trust and respect.
• Be a steady, caring presence.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Compassionate and resilient attitude

Ability to build positive relationships

Job description

Children's Residential Support Worker

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 19 November 2025
• Salary: £1372 to £16.46 per hour
• Hours: Part time
• Closing date: 19 December 2025
• Location: DA8 1AB
• Remote working: On-site only
• Company: Newcross Healthcare Solutions
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: ZR_9895_JOB-45323

Summary

Children's Residential Support Worker - Erith

Pay: £13.72-£16.46 per hour (including holiday pay)

Flexible shifts | part-time and full-time hours

Be the reason a child feels safe, supported, and heard.

At Newcross Healthcare, we're on a mission to help children and young people thrive. We're looking for compassionate Residential Support Workers to provide stability, care, and encouragement to those who need it most.

If you've got experience working with children or young people and want to make a real difference - we want to hear from you!

What's in it for you

• Same-day pay: Get 50% of your earnings instantly
• Flexible working: Regular shifts with choice of days/nights/weekends
• Free training: 400+ CPD-accredited courses via FuturU
• Referral bonus: Up to £500 for each friend you refer
• Welcome gift: Free uniform and gift box when you join
• Discounts & perks: Save on groceries, tech, travel and more

Your role

You’ll work in a residential care setting, supporting children with day‑to‑day life, emotional well‑being, and general mentorship and support. You’ll:

• Build positive relationships based on trust and respect
• Encourage independence and daily routines
• Support emotional regulation and behaviour management
• Be a steady, caring presence – someone they can count on

What we’re looking for

• 6+ months of full‑time care experience (in the last 3 years)
• At least 3 months’ experience working with children or young people (in the last 3 years)
• Right to work in the UK
• A kind, resilient, and team‑focused attitude

Why Newcross?

For nearly 30 years, we've supported care professionals to deliver outstanding support with compassion. You'll get the tools, support, and recognition you deserve – because great care is never delivered alone.

Apply now – and start making a real difference.

Your next shift could be the one that changes a young life forever.

Newcross Healthcare offers permanent employment in temporary locations with both full‑time and part‑time hours available, subject to availability.