Children's Residential Support Worker (Female)

IntSol Care Personnel; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Canterbury seeks a Residential Support Worker to provide practical, emotional, and educational support to children with complex emotional and behavioral needs. Responsibilities include safeguarding welfare, acting as a positive role model, guiding children, and maintaining care plans. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential care, strong communication skills, and emotional resilience. This role offers competitive pay and the opportunity for meaningful impact in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential care or working with children.
• Clean driving licence is required.
• Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, emotional, and educational support to children.
• Act as a key worker providing guidance and advocacy.
• Maintain and follow care plans, keeping accurate records.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Emotional resilience

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Job Title

Residential Support Worker

Location

Canterbury, Kent

Salary

£28,000 + sleep‑in payments

Hours / Shift Pattern

40 hours per week, various shifts

Company Background

IntSol Care Personnel are partnered with a well‑established, values‑led health and social care provider with a strong presence across the South of England. Known for consistently Good to Outstanding Ofsted ratings, they provide high‑quality care for children with complex emotional and behavioural needs (EBD).

Role Overview

We are looking for a Residential Support Worker to provide practical, emotional, and educational support to children with complex emotional and behavioural needs. The role involves safeguarding their welfare, acting as a positive role model, and helping children achieve their potential.

Key Duties

• Support children’s physical, emotional, behavioural, and educational needs
• Act as a key worker providing 1:1 guidance, advocacy, and support for learning and activities
• Maintain and follow care plans, keeping accurate records
• Promote positive behaviour and social development
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, attending team meetings and contributing to care planning
• Comply with safeguarding, health & safety, and company policies

Requirements

• Secondary education (Level 3 childcare qualification desirable)
• Clean driving licence
• Experience in residential care or working with children
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Awareness of safeguarding and equal opportunities
• Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
• Emotional resilience and understanding of challenging behaviour