Therapeutic Support Worker (Waking Nights) – Highbury Home
Location: West London
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: 19:00–07:00, fixed pattern (3 nights on, 3 nights off)
Essential: NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People)
About the Role
Highbury Home is a newly established residential home for young people aged 11–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties. We are seeking skilled and compassionate Therapeutic Support Workers (Waking Nights) to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering outstanding-level care.
You will be responsible for supporting the emotional, physical, and psychological well-being of young people during the night. Working within a trauma-informed model of care, you will ensure safety, promote stability, and contribute meaningfully to each child's development.
Our Vision
Highbury Home is built on a clear mission: to raise the standard of residential childcare. We are committed to offering our young people a life comparable to that of their peers in stable, nurturing families—rich in opportunity, safety, and belonging.
We operate as a therapeutic home with regular input from a Clinical Psychologist. The setting includes a sensory room, structured therapeutic spaces, a landscaped garden, and recreational areas to support emotional regulation and well-being.
We use a fully digital recording system, ensuring less time is spent on administration and more on direct care and interaction.
Core Responsibilities
* Provide overnight therapeutic care, supervision, and safeguarding in line with each young person's care plan
* Maintain a calm, structured, and emotionally attuned environment
* Support young people through trauma-informed approaches and de-escalation techniques
* Model positive behaviour, resilience, and empathy at all times
* Maintain clear and accurate electronic records of observations and incidents
* Collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure consistency of care and communication across shifts
Candidate Profile
* NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) – required
* Experience in residential childcare or a similar role (preferred)
* Confident, reliable, and emotionally resilient under pressure
* Excellent verbal and written communication
* Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
* Legally authorised to work in the UK and fluent in English
What We Offer
* £14.00 per hour
* Double pay on special holidays
* Enhanced DBS paid by employer
* Comprehensive induction and fully funded continuous professional development
* Clear internal progression pathway
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Regular staff development and wellbeing events
* An empowering and supportive team culture
Apply Now
If you are passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable young people and committed to delivering care of the highest standard, we want to hear from you.
To apply, please email your CV to:
Highbury Home is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and compliance with Safer Recruitment procedures..
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Are you able to work 19:00–07:00 with a fixed pattern (3 nights on, 3 nights off)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: HHRSWWN