Residential Care Worker
- Location
- HP18
- Pay
- £12.82 - £14.00/hr
- Contract
- Permanent
- Shifts
- Day, Long Day, Sleep In
- Hours
- 38 hours per week
- Posted
- 22 October 2026
- Applications close
- 31 October 2026
About this role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Care Worker to join our team and make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. In this role, you will provide safe, nurturing, and structured care within a residential setting, supporting children’s emotional well-being, development, and daily needs. Your proactive approach and excellent communication skills will help create a stable environment where young people can thrive and reach their full potential. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a rewarding environment committed to fostering growth, resilience, and happiness. Responsibilities • Support children and young people with their daily routines, including personal care, homework, leisure activities, and emotional support • Develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each child's needs and goals • Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment that promotes positive behavior and healthy relationships • Communicate effectively with children, families, social workers, and other professionals to ensure coordinated care • Maintain accurate records of progress, incidents, and care activities using IT systems • Encourage participation in educational activities, hobbies, and social outings to promote development • Drive children to appointments or activities as required, ensuring safe transportation at all times Experience • Previous experience working with children or young people in a childcare or residential setting is highly desirable • Knowledge of child development principles and childcare best practices • Ability to create detailed care plans based on individual needs • Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, families, and team members • Proficiency in using IT systems for record keeping and reporting • Valid driving license with experience driving in various conditions is preferred but not essential • A caring attitude combined with patience, resilience, and the ability to handle challenging situations professionally. We are seeking a dedicated, caring and compassionate Residential Support Worker to join our team and make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. In this role, you will provide safe, nurturing and consistent care within a residential children's home, supporting young people's emotional well-being, development and day-to-day needs. You will build positive and trusting relationships with young people, helping them to feel safe, valued and listened to while supporting them to develop confidence, resilience and independence. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and wants to contribute to creating a stable, supportive and homely environment in which they can thrive and achieve positive outcomes. Responsibilities: - Provide safe, nurturing and child-centred care to children and young people living in the home. - Build positive, trusting and appropriate professional relationships with young people. - Support young people with their daily routines, including personal care where required, education, homework, leisure activities, appointments and developing independence skills. - Contribute to and work in accordance with individual care plans, placement plans, risk assessments and agreed support strategies. - Undertake key-working responsibilities and support young people to express their wishes, feelings and views. - Promote positive behaviour and support young people to manage their emotions and challenging situations safely and appropriately. - Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and report concerns in accordance with the home's safeguarding procedures. - Maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive environment that promotes positive relationships and the welfare of all young people. - Maintain clear, accurate and professional records, including daily records, key-work sessions, incidents and other relevant documentation. - Communicate effectively with young people, colleagues, families, social workers, schools and other professionals involved in the young person's care. - Encourage and support young people to participate in education, hobbies, activities and opportunities within the wider community. - Support young people to attend appointments, activities and family contact where appropriate. - Administer medication where required, following appropriate training and the home's policies and procedures. - Participate positively in staff meetings, supervision, training and reflective practice. - Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain consistency of care and provide a stable and supportive environment. - Support the maintenance of a clean, safe and homely environment, including participating in appropriate household tasks. - Drive young people to appointments, education and activities where required [if applicable to the role]. - Work in accordance with the home's policies and procedures and the regulatory requirements governing children's residential care. Experience and Skills: We are looking for someone who: - Has previous experience working with children or young people in a residential, education, youth work, care or similar setting; however, applications from individuals with the right values and transferable skills may also be considered. - Has a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people. - Understands the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. - Is able to build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. - Can remain calm, patient and professional when responding to challenging situations. - Has good written and verbal communication skills. - Is able to maintain clear and accurate records. - Is comfortable using IT systems for recording and reporting. - Can work effectively as part of a team. - Is caring, patient, resilient, reliable and emotionally aware. - Is willing to undertake relevant training and continued professional development. - Is able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in duties where required. - Holds a full UK driving licence [state whether essential or desirable]. Qualifications: A Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent relevant qualification is desirable. Applicants who do not currently hold the relevant qualification may be considered and, where required, will be supported to undertake the appropriate qualification within the required timescale. Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, verification of employment history and other pre-employment checks appropriate to working with children. What We Offer: - A supportive and welcoming team environment - Comprehensive induction and ongoing training - Regular supervision and support - Opportunities for professional development and career progression - Support to achieve relevant residential childcare qualifications where required - The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of children and young people If you are compassionate, reliable and passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes, we would love to hear from you.