Residential Support Worker
Location: Southampton, UKSalary: £29,000 per annum + Sleep-In Enhancements + OvertimeHours: 37.5 hours per week (shift work including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins)Job Type: Full-Time, PermanentSetting: Ofsted-Regulated Children's Home (6-bed)
Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people to thrive?
We are seeking a Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team in a six-bed Children's Home based in Southampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a career in children's residential care within a supportive and trauma-informed environment.
About the Role:
As a Residential Support Worker, you will:
* Provide daily care and support - including personal care, meal preparation, administering medication, and maintaining routines
* Build meaningful relationships with young people through consistent emotional support and positive behaviour management
* Encourage learning and development by supporting school attendance, helping with homework, and engaging in social, leisure, and life-skill activities
* Safeguard and protect - ensuring the safety of all young people and reporting any concerns in line with safeguarding policies
* Work collaboratively with Social Workers, Therapists, Youth Offending Teams, and internal colleagues to deliver holistic, person-centred care
What We're Looking For:
* Empathetic & Compassionate - with a genuine desire to support children who may have experienced trauma or adversity
* Excellent Communicator - able to build trust and communicate clearly with young people and professionals
* Resilient & Calm Under Pressure - able to manage challenging situations with a positive and patient approach
* Team-Oriented - values collaboration and shared success
* Reflective & Proactive - can assess situations quickly and act in the best interests of the young person
Requirements:
Essential:
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to complete one)
* Willingness to work on a rota (including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins)
* Commitment to complete the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already achieved)
What We Offer:
* £29,000 salary (based on 37.5 hours per week)
* Sleep-in shift enhancements (paid in addition to base salary)
* Completion bonus for achieving your Level 3 Diploma
* Career progression opportunities
* Supportive, team-oriented working environment
Make a lasting impact - join our team and help shape brighter futures for children.Apply now!