Residential Support Worker(UK Visa Sponsorship Available)

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join our team at a therapeutic children’s home in Canterbury.
Our home supports children and young people aged 8–17 who present with emotional, behavioural, and complex needs.

You’ll play a key role in providing a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed environment that promotes emotional stability, education, and personal growth. Every day, you’ll help young people build the confidence and life skills they need to move towards independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a positive role model, supporting each child’s emotional, educational, and social development.
• Support young people with daily routines, personal care, and life skills, encouraging participation in community and recreational activities.
• Implement individual care, behavioural, and therapeutic plans to promote consistency and emotional safety.
• Encourage and facilitate education and learning, including homework and alternative learning pathways.
• Serve as a key worker, attending reviews and meetings with professionals such as social workers and teachers.
• Ensure safeguarding and risk management are prioritised at all times, in line with organisational policies and legislation.
• Accurately record and report information, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with data protection standards.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision sessions, and ongoing training.
• Work a flexible rota, including evening, night, weekend, and sleep-in shifts, as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).

Experience:

• Previous experience working with children or young people who have emotional, behavioural, or complex needs.
• Experience within a therapeutic or multidisciplinary environment is desirable.

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance, including:
• Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015
• Children Act 1989
• Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023
• Data Protection Act 2018
• Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and effectively.
• Empathetic, resilient, and patient approach.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Competent IT and record-keeping skills.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Values:

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Compassionate and person-centred approach to care.

What We Offer

• Supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Comprehensive training in trauma-informed care.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Flexible working pattern with enhanced pay for sleep-ins.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Important Information

Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is available for this role.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and meet the required background and qualification criteria.