Childcare Support Specialist for Residential Care

Residential Childcare Support Worker

Salary: Unqualified: Base salary of £30,277.23 to £31,208.49 upon successful completion of the probation period. Qualified: Base salary of £31,867.18 (based on the proven completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent).

Contract Type: Permanent

Specific Hours: 08:00 am - 20:00 pm (12-hour shifts)

Location: Greater London (covering Camden, Haringey & Islington)

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive induction and mandatory training to support your development and progression.
• Fixed 12-hour shift rota (08:00-20:00):
  • Week 1: Wed, Thur (24 hours)
  • Week 2: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat, Sun (60 hours)
• Guaranteed minimum average of 168 hours per month.
• Waking Night contracts available.
• 236 hours annual leave per year (including bank holidays).
• Annual leave increases by 12 hours per year for 3 years (up to 272 hours).
• Pension scheme (after qualifying period).
• Fully funded enrolment onto required qualifications.

About Us:

We provide high-quality, family-style residential care built on values of respect, dignity, choice, and positive parenting. Our mission is to support young people aged 11-18, tailoring care to their individual needs.

As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in keeping young people safe and helping them develop emotionally, socially, and academically. You'll build positive relationships, support young people with emotional and behavioral needs, and help them feel included in their local community.

Main Responsibilities:

• Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports each young person's development.
• Provide emotional and social support, helping young people build positive relationships and engage in their local community.
• Promote confidence, self-esteem, and independence, encouraging positive life choices.
• Maintain accurate records, including daily updates, safeguarding information, and health & safety checks.
• Assess individual needs and contribute to planning, reviewing, and implementing care plans.
• Work collaboratively with managers, colleagues, and external professionals; supervise family contact when required.
• Support daily living needs in line with each young person's care plan.
• Assist with household tasks, meal planning, shopping, and preparing balanced meals, involving young people where appropriate.

Required Attributes:

• Ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive manner.
• Self-motivated with a positive nature.
• Sensitive and reflective.
• Ability to listen and empathize.
• Capable of working individually and within a team.
• Experience in the care sector or residential care.
• Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare.
• Willingness to work some Bank Holidays.

We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, expecting all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at an enhanced level if successful for the position.