Support Worker | Children's Residential Home

S.N.G Healthcare Group LTD; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress

Employee discount

Perk Box discounts

30 days annual leave

Comprehensive induction and training

Job summary

S.N.G Healthcare Group LTD is seeking an experienced Children's Support Worker to join a residential home in Hedge End. You will support children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties and autism, providing a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment to help them thrive.

The role involves promoting emotional, social and educational development, encouraging independence and positive outcomes, and working closely with colleagues and external professionals to deliver

Qualifications

• GCSE C/4 or above in Maths and English.
• Minimum 6 months' experience supporting children and young people.
• Willingness to complete Level 4 Diploma within two years of employment.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without sponsorship.
• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for children and young people.
• Support emotional, social and educational development while encouraging independence and positive outcomes.
• Maintain high standards of care, safeguarding and compliance.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to deliver person-centred support in line with Ofsted standards.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Independent work

Motivated & flexible

Strong communication

IT skills

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade C/4+)

Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (desirable)

Tools

IT systems proficiency

Job description

Children's Support Worker | Children's Residential Home

Location: Hedge End
Salary: £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, Permanent – 45 hours per week
Shifts: 3 shifts a week

Please note: We do not hold licences to support overseas candidates. You must have a minimum of 6 months' experience working as a Children's Support Worker or supporting children and young people in a similar setting.

About the Role

We are looking for experienced Children's Support Workers to join a residential home in Hedge End, supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and autism.

This role is suitable for candidates commuting from Southampton, Eastleigh, Fareham, Portsmouth, Winchester, Romsey, Totton, Bishops Waltham and surrounding areas.

As an experienced Children's Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where children and young people can thrive. You will support their emotional, social and educational development while encouraging independence and positive outcomes.

You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of care, safeguarding and compliance while working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to deliver person-centred support in line with Ofsted standards and the organisation's values.

Requirements

• A positive, caring and compassionate approach to supporting children and young people.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A motivated, flexible and proactive approach to work.
• GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 6 months' experience supporting children and young people.
• Good IT skills.
• Willingness to complete the Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare within two years of employment (if not already achieved).
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without s p o n s o r s h i p .
• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment requirements.

Desirable:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or above).
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Casual dress.
• Employee discount.
• Access to Perk Box discounts.
• 30 days annual leave.
• Comprehensive induction and training programme.
• Ongoing career progression opportunities to Team Leader and beyond.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Regular supervision and support from experienced managers.

Keywords

Children's Support Worker / Residential Childcare / Children's Residential Home / EBD / Autism / Residential Care / Support Worker / Hedge End / Southampton / Children's Services