Residential Childcare Worker Trauma-Informed EBD Residential Childrens Home Location: Ealing, London, W5 Hours: 40 hours per week Annual Leave: 28 days per year Salary: £26,668.20 per year (without NVQ Level 3) £29,931.20 per year (with a relevant NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare) £75 sleep-in allowance About Us Our home operates within a trauma-informed model, focusing on stability, relationship-building, and consistent care. We provide a safe, structured, and emotionally supportive environment where young people can begin to recover, grow, and thrive. As part of a highly skilled and supportive team, you will work closely with therapists, social workers, and education professionals to create a healing, family-like atmosphere rooted in empathy, boundaries, and respect. About the Role We are seeking compassionate, resilient, and committed Residential Childcare Workers to join our Ofsted-regulated childrens home, operating within a trauma- informed practice model. You will support children and young people with complex needs, helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered. This is a full-time position, and you will be required to work a mix of shifts to suit the needs of the home. The role includes weekends, bank holidays, and Christmas. Flexibility is essentialthere may be occasions where you are required to stay beyond your shift to support the children or team during incidents. Your Role Build safe, trusting relationships with children through consistent, patient care. Support young people in their day-to-day lives: from mealtimes and routines to education and leisure Work therapeutically to help children process trauma and develop emotional regulation. Manage challenging behaviour with compassion and professionalism, using restorative and relational approaches. Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and team meetings. Provide a stable adult presence, acting as a positive role model and advocate. What Were Looking For To be considered for this role, you must have: Level 3 Diploma NVQ in Residential Childcare OR At least two years experience working as a Residential Childcare Worker and be willing to complete a Level 3 NVQ Residential Childcare diploma in Residential Child care. You should also be: Passionate about supporting children who have experienced trauma. Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure. Be able to build trusting, nurturing relationships. Promote the safety and well-being of children at all times. A strong communicator and effective team player. Accurately document and maintain records in line with safeguarding and regulatory standards. Flexible, reliable, and committed to the needs of children. Able to work within a structured, therapeutic environment. Contribute to the day-to-day running of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a welcoming environment. Work collaboratively with parents/carers and professionals to support holistic care. The role is subject to enhanced DBS clearance for children and vulnerable adults. Shift Patterns : Flexibility is key, as shifts include weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays (including Christmas, New Year and Easter). Examples of shift patterns are: Sleep-in Shift: 14H00p.m. 00:00- Sleep-in- 07h00a.m.15H00p.m. (following day) Late Shifts: 14H00p.m. 22H00 p.m. and 12h00p.m. 20H00p.m. Morning Shifts: 08h00 a.m.16H00 p.m.; 09h00 a.m. 17H00p.m. and 10h00a.m. to18H00p.m. Core Shifts : 10:00a.m. to 10H00p.m. What We Offer A supportive, family-like team environment Dedicated induction, mandatory and specialist training and continuous professional development Therapeutic model training and regular reflective practice Weekly therapist available to staff to support children and staff Opportunities for career progression Competitive salary and enhanced sleep-in payments Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free, 24/7 advice and counselling Generous annual leave How to apply If you are motivated, child-focused, and ready to contribute to a nurturing and therapeutic home environment, we would love to hear from you. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role that allows you to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable children, we would love to hear from you.