Children's Home Support Worker Cranfield, Central Bedfordshire - MK43 £27,000 per hour As a Children’s Home Care Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people within our client's residential setting. The responsibilities are both practical and emotionally attuned, often shaped by trauma-informed practice and safeguarding principles. Please note - We are not recruiting Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to work in the UK. You must already have the right to work in the UK. Core Responsibilities Safeguarding & Welfare Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with statutory guidance Maintain clear boundaries and routines to promote emotional security Supporting young people with DOL's Daily Care & Routines Support with personal hygiene, dressing, and mealtimes Administer medication as prescribed and monitor health indicators Encourage participation in household tasks to build independence Emotional & Behavioural Support Build trusting relationships through empathy and consistency Use de-escalation techniques and, where necessary, safe physical intervention Promote resilience and positive coping strategies Education & Development Support engagement with education, including liaising with schools Encourage participation in recreational and therapeutic activities Contribute to care planning and progress tracking using EHCPs and the young person's personalised Care Plans Documentation & Communication Maintain accurate records of incidents, progress, and daily logs Attend reviews and contribute to multi-agency meetings Advocate for the child’s rights and voice in all aspects of care Teamwork & Professionalism Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals Uphold the values of the home, including trauma-informed and inclusive practice Engage in reflective supervision and ongoing training Apply today with an up to date CV.