Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential Home

Super Hiring; Hastings; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

24/7 GP access

Pension scheme

Company events

Job summary

Super Hiring is recruiting a Residential Support Worker for an Ofsted Registered Children's Home in Bexhill. You will provide therapeutic care to children aged 10-16 with complex needs, supporting their emotional and educational development in a safe, structured environment.

The role requires resilience, excellent communication, and a child-centred approach, with opportunities for progression and additional qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (preferred).
• Passion for supporting vulnerable young people and maintaining boundaries.
• Trauma-informed, child-centred approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, consistent and therapeutic care to children and young people.
• Support emotional, physical and psychological wellbeing of young people.
• Build professional relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Safeguard welfare in line with legislation and local policies.
• Deliver care aligned with therapeutic models and individual care plans.
• Support young people to regulate emotions and develop behaviours.
• Promote independence, life skills and engagement in education.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Empathy and compassion

Strong communication

Emotional resilience

Professional boundaries

Trauma-informed approach

Level 3 Diploma (preferred)

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (preferred)

Job description

Residential Support Worker - Ofsted Registered Children's Residential Home

Job Title: Residential Support Worker
Pay: 13.82 - 17.29 per hour
Location: Bexhill
Working Pattern: Day or Night Shifts Available

In this role you will help young people become more independent and grow personally through various enjoyable activities within a safe environment. This is a truly rewarding opportunity where you have a fulfilling chance to positively influence the lives of vulnerable children and young people who have experienced trauma, instability and adversity.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in creating a therapeutic, nurturing and structured environment where young people feel understood, supported and cared for within a Ofsted Registered Children's Home in Bexhill, which is rated "Good".

The home is a 4 bed children's residential home supporting children and young people aged 10 to 16 with profound Learning Disabilities and complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD and challenging behaviours. Some young people may be non-verbal or low verbal and use alternative communication methods such as PECS, Makaton or AAC devices.

The children and young people in this home benefit from calm, patient and consistent adults who can build trusting relationships and provide structured support. Adults must be able to remain emotionally resilient and responsive during periods of dysregulation, using calm and therapeutic approaches to support positive outcomes and maintain safety.

What We Offer:

• Exceptional Hourly Rates, 13.82 - 17.29 Per Hour
• Private Healthcare and 24/7 GP Access with Vitality
• Fully Funded Level 3 and Level 5 Qualifications
• Clear Career Pathways with Higher Salaries
• Excellent Work Life Balance
• 40 per month Gym Membership Contributions / Fitness Classes
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Packages
• Free Access to Flexible and Unlimited Therapeutic Support
• Birthday Paid Off
• Free or Subsidised Parking
• Enhanced Overtime Rates
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Free Meals on Every Shift including Snacks and Refreshments in Offices
• Blue Light Card Membership Included
• Company Sick Pay Policy (Above Statutory)
• Pension Scheme
• Frequent Company Events

About You:

• Experience working with children or young people (preferred)
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• The ability to work within professional boundaries
• A trauma informed and child centred approach
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (preferred) or willingness to complete

Key Responsibilities:

As a Residential Support Worker you will:

• Provide safe, consistent and therapeutic care to children and young people
• Support the emotional, physical and psychological wellbeing of young people
• Build positive, professional and consistent relationships while maintaining clear boundaries
• Safeguard and promote welfare in line with legislation, Local Authority guidance and organisational policies
• Deliver care in line with therapeutic models, PBS plans and individual care plans
• Support young people to regulate emotions and develop appropriate behaviours
• Promote independence, life skills and engagement in education and routines
• Contribute to meaningful activities, trips and experiences for young people
• Work collaboratively as part of a high performing residential team
• Maintain accurate records, daily logs and incident reports
• Contribute to handovers, team meetings and reflective practice
• Support the maintenance of a safe, clean and homely environment
• Administer medication in line with training and policy
• Work flexibly across different homes within the service where required

Working Hours & Shift Patterns:

This home operates a 24 hour, 365 day service. You have the choice of working Day Shifts or Night Shifts. The shift patterns are as follows:

Day Shifts

• 1 day on, 2 days off (rolling rota)

• 07:30am - 10:30pm (15 hour shifts)

Waking Night Shifts

• 2 nights on, 2 nights off (rolling rota)

• 10:00pm - 08:00am (10 hour shifts)

Safer Recruitment

All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, referencing and full safer recruitment procedures.