Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home

Tamfol; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay (£14.50 per hr)

Rewarding opportunity supporting young

Working in a children’s residential环境

Develop your practical skills

Make a meaningful difference in young‑

Collaborative team

Job summary

Tamfol is seeking a compassionate Residential Support Worker to join a children’s home in Colchester, Essex. The role requires at least 1 year’s direct experience in a children’s residential care setting, with a focus on safeguarding and supporting young people in daily routines.

You will work in a nurturing environment, building trusted relationships and helping young people develop life skills, education, and resilience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year direct experience in a children’s residential care home.
• Experience supporting children and young people in residential settings.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, patient, reliable and professional approach.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to children and young people.
• Create a safe, welcoming and nurturing home environment.
• Support daily routines, emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Build positive, trusting and professional relationships with young people.
• Encourage independence, confidence, education and life skills.
• Support appointments, activities and community engagement.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Manage challenging situations calmly, professionally and appropriately.
• Maintain accurate daily records, observations and incident reports.
• Work closely with colleagues, management and external professionals.
• Promote positive behaviour, safeguarding and the wellbeing of every young person.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Caring

Job description

Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home

We are currently recruiting a compassionate, dedicated and enthusiastic Residential Support Worker to join a children’s residential home in Colchester, Essex.

We are looking for someone with at least 1 year’s experience working in a children’s residential care home, ideally with 1–2 years of hands‑on experience supporting children and young people.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference and providing a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for young people.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Competitive hourly pay of £14.50 per hour.
• Rewarding opportunity supporting children and young people.
• Work in a children’s residential care environment.
• Opportunity to develop your practical experience and professional skills.
• Make a meaningful difference in young people’s daily lives.
• Work collaboratively with a team committed to positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Provide high‑quality, person‑centred care to children and young people.
• Create a safe, welcoming and nurturing home environment.
• Support young people with their daily routines, emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Build positive, trusting and professional relationships with young people.
• Encourage independence, confidence, education and essential life skills.
• Support young people with appointments, activities and community engagement.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Manage challenging situations calmly, professionally and appropriately.
• Maintain accurate daily records, observations and incident reports.
• Work closely with colleagues, management and external professionals.
• Promote positive behaviour, safeguarding and the wellbeing of every young person.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have:

• A minimum of 1 year’s direct experience working in a children’s residential care home.
• Previous experience supporting children and young people in a residential setting.
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, reliable and professional approach.
• Confidence in supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a residential care team.
• The right to work in the UK.

Please note: Previous experience specifically within children’s residential care homes is essential. Applicants with experience solely in adult care or domiciliary care will not meet the experience requirement.

Salary and Location

Salary: £14.50 per hour
Location: Colchester, Essex
Work Location: In person