Trauma‑Informed Residential Support Worker – Children

Fair Ways; Fareham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exciting opportunities

Holiday & leave flexibility

Health & support

Education grants

Wellbeing initiatives

Staff recognition

Pension & benefits

Job summary

Fair Ways is seeking a committed Support Worker for Garden House, a residential children's home for ages 6–14. You will work on a rolling 2 on / 4 off rota with sleeps, starting 07:30 and finishing 22:00, in a structured, nurturing environment designed to help children reach their potential.

Applicants must have a full driving license, access to a car, and be able to provide a DBS and right to work in the UK. DBS cost is covered by Fair Ways; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and young people in care/education settings preferred.
• Full driving license and access to a car is required.
• DBS enhanced disclosure required; cost covered by Fair Ways.
• Right to work in the UK required.

Responsibilities

• Build respectful, impactful relationships with children and maintain safe boundaries.
• Advocate for children in care and ensure they have a voice within the home.
• Take an active role in planning and delivering engaging activities and confidence building.
• Support healthy lifestyle choices and maintain a clean, homely environment.
• Deliver trauma-informed responses using RiiSE training during times of crisis.
• Keep children safe from harm by reporting safeguarding concerns to senior leadership and external agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 CYPW Diploma in childcare or equivalent

Job description

Fair Ways is seeking a committed Support Worker for Garden House, a residential children's home for ages 6–14. You will work on a rolling 2 on / 4 off rota with sleeps, starting 07:30 and finishing 22:00, in a structured, nurturing environment designed to help children reach their potential.

Applicants must have a full driving license, access to a car, and be able to provide a DBS and right to work in the UK. DBS cost is covered by Fair Ways; visa sponsorship is not available.