Residential Support Worker

Position: Residential Support Worker (Permanent)
Location: Shenley Brook End

Residential Care Worker

Brand New Children’s Residential Home – Opening March 2026
Salary: £29,000 – £31,000 per annum
Full-Time / Part-Time | Rota-based (Days & Waking Nights)

This is more than a job – it’s a chance to help create a home where children feel safe, valued, and supported from day one.

We are opening a brand new children’s residential home in March 2026, providing a nurturing, trauma-informed environment for children and young people up to the age of 17. We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Residential Care Workers to join the team ahead of opening and play a key role in building a positive, stable, and child-centred home.

Why Join Us?

* Be part of the opening team of a brand-new children’s home

* Help establish routines, relationships, and a positive home culture

* Work within a supportive, values-led organisation

* Make a genuine difference to children’s lives every day

The Role

As a Residential Care Worker, you will support children and young people with all aspects of daily living and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel safe, cared for, and encouraged to reach their potential.

You will:

* Provide day-to-day care, support, and supervision to children and young people

* Create a warm, safe, and stable home environment

* Support with daily routines, education, appointments, and activities

* Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people

* Use trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to support behaviour

* Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning

* Work effectively as part of a team to meet safeguarding and care standards

About You

We are looking for individuals who:

* Are passionate about working with children and young people

* Are caring, patient, and emotionally resilient

* Can remain calm and supportive in challenging situations

* Have good communication and written skills

* Want to grow and develop within residential childcare

Essential Requirements

* Minimum age: 21 years

* Experience working with children and young people (residential experience desirable but not essential)

* Ability to work rota-based shifts including days and waking nights

* Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare

What We Offer

* Competitive salary of £29,000 – £31,000 per annum

* Opportunity to join a brand-new home opening March 2026

* Comprehensive induction and pre-opening training

* Ongoing professional development and qualification opportunities

* Supportive leadership and a values-driven working environment

If you’re motivated by the idea of helping to build a home where children can feel safe, supported, and hopeful about their future, we would love to hear from you