Nights Support Worker - Residential Children's Home

SuperCare Residential; Lewes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential home is seeking a Support Worker to provide care and guidance to young people. Ideal candidates are adaptable, skilled in communication with young individuals, and passionate about making a real impact. This role offers career progression opportunities and a supportive work environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package including ongoing professional development and health support.

Benefits

Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access

£40 monthly fitness contribution

Free meals and on-site parking

Enhanced overtime pay and performance bonuses

36 days paid training per year

Birthday day off

Blue Light Card discounts

NEST pension scheme

Comprehensive wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience or training in epilepsy awareness or rescue medication.
• Experience in supporting non-verbal or minimally verbal young people.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour using safe methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to young people.
• Support development of life skills and independence.
• Work collaboratively with the team to maintain a supportive environment.

Skills

Agile and adaptable

Epilepsy awareness

Non-verbal communication strategies

Management of challenging behaviour

Engaging and interacting with young people

Resilience and patience

Teamwork

Tools

Widgit symbols

Makaton

PECS

Job description

Supercare is looking for a compassionate, agile, and highly motivated Support Worker to join our Ofsted Children's Residential Home for up to 6 young people. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, team-home environment where every member of staff feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. With a strong emphasis on ongoing career development and progression, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a meaningful career in children's residential care.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in creating a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for the young people in our care. This role is ideal for candidates who are confident, adaptable, and passionate to making a real difference in the lives of children with diverse and complex needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care, guidance, and support to young people within the home.
• Support young people in developing life skills, independence, and positive routines.
• Respond confidently and calmly to challenging behaviour, using therapeutic trauma-informed and child-centred approaches.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with young people through positive interaction and consistent boundaries.
• Manage and respond to epilepsy-related needs and medical protocols, ensuring safety at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to maintain a stable, supportive home environment.
• Participate in care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.
• Promote safeguarding and uphold the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Contribute to a positive team culture where communication, respect, and reliability are essential.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Agile and adaptable, able to respond effectively to changing situations and the needs of young people.
• Experienced or trained in epilepsy awareness, rescue medication, or supporting individuals with severe epilepsy (training will be provided).
• Experienced in supporting non-verbal or minimally verbal young people, using communication methods such as: Widgit symbols, Makaton, PECS or other alternative communication strategies.
• Confident in managing challenging behaviour using safe and de-escalation methods.
• Skilled in engaging and interacting with young people, building rapport and offering emotional support.
• Resilient, patient, and passionate about improving outcomes for children.
• A strong team player, committed to maintaining a positive 'home away from home' for all.

Why Choose Supercare?

• Supportive, family-style team environment where you feel valued and included.
• Clear development pathways into Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, and management roles.
• Ongoing professional growth, including fully funded NVQ Level 3 and Level 5 qualifications.
• Regular supervision and strong wellbeing support to help you thrive in your role.
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people and be part of their journey.

Competitive Salary & Benefits Package

• Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access
• £40 monthly fitness contribution
• Free meals and on-site parking
• Enhanced overtime pay & performance bonuses
• 36 days paid training per year + funded qualifications
• Birthday day off
• Blue Light Card discounts
• NEST pension scheme
• Comprehensive wellbeing support

Next Steps

Please apply for this role if you're passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. If you'd like