Are you passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people?
At Able Health Care, we provide safe, therapeutic homes for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and complex needs. Guided by our Secure Base model and our values — Aspire, Belong, Love, Empower (A-B-L-E) — we create nurturing environments where children feel safe, valued, and able to thrive.
We are looking for resilient, caring, and enthusiastic people to join our team of Children's Support Workers in Ipswich as a BANK worker. You'll help children find stability, build trusting relationships, and develop the skills and confidence they need for brighter futures. This role can be challenging, but it is always meaningful and you'll be fully trained and supported to succeed.
A Day in the Life
You might begin your shift supporting a young person through their morning routine, helping them regulate emotions and prepare for school. Later, you could encourage positive choices on a walk, support a child to manage feelings of frustration or anxiety, or celebrate progress when they achieve a personal goal. Evenings might include helping with homework, joining in a football kickabout, or simply listening when a young person needs someone they can trust.
Every day brings challenges, but also opportunities to change a child's story for the better.
Your Role Will Include
* Supporting children with EBD to develop coping strategies, life skills, and resilience
* Providing consistent care, structure, and clear boundaries in line with care and behaviour support plans
* Using trauma-informed approaches to manage behaviour safely and positively
* Acting as a positive role model and creating a safe, stable, nurturing home environment
* Working closely with colleagues, families, schools, and professionals to meet each child's needs holistically
* Recording, safeguarding, and care planning in line with Ofsted requirements
* Supporting daily routines, household tasks, and activities that promote wellbeing and independence
What We're Looking For
* Compassionate, resilient people who genuinely want to support children with complex needs
* Flexibility to work across different shift patterns (including days, evenings, weekends) in line with the needs of the children and the home.
* Experience with children or young people is essential for this bank worker role
* Confidence in managing challenging behaviour calmly and consistently
* Commitment to safeguarding and keeping children safe at all times
* A valid driving licence is preferred
Training & Development
Under Regulation 32 of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, staff must have the appropriate skills and qualifications for their role. For this Bank Support Worker position, you must already hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
(or equivalent qualification) as the role does not include funded training towards this.
We invest in you through:
* A full, structured induction
* Ongoing training, reflective practice, and supervision
* Therapeutic development based on our Secure Base model
* Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
What We Offer
* Enhanced DBS check (paid for)
* Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
* SLEEP IN RATES PAID AT £45 per night additional to salary
* Company pension
* Casual dress
* Free meals while on shift
* Free parking
* Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme (24/7 confidential counselling, advice, and support)
* Refer a Friend scheme
Please note
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship. All applicants must be able to evidence their right to work in the UK.
Apply Today
If you're ready to start a rewarding career where every day you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us at Able Health Care and help provide children with the safe, nurturing home they deserve.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.26-£13.11 per hour
Expected hours: 1 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Ipswich IP1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.
Do you require Visa Sponsorship?
YES or NO
Experience:
* working with children: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Ipswich IP1 (preferred)
Work Location: In person