Residential Support Workers – Experienced & Entry-Level Opportunities
📍 Location: Hoddesdon (EN11)
💰 Salary: £12.50 – £13.50 per hour (depending on experience)
🕒 Hours: Full-Time – 40 hours per week + sleep-ins
📄 Contract Type: Permanent
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Residential Support Worker to join a brand new 4-bed children’s home in Hoddesdon (EN11). This is a fantastic opportunity to help lead and support a dedicated team providing high-quality care to children and young people.
The children home is registered to provide support for children and young people who have emotional, complex, social and behavioural needs.
The ethos of the children’s homes is to provide safety and stability to children in a time of great difficulty and change, enabling them to continue with everyday life even though they may be facing tough challenges.
🔑 Key Responsibilities
Support children and young people in their daily routines, activities, and emotional wellbeing
Assist with personal care where required (bathing, dressing, feeding)
Help to implement individual care plans and work closely with key workers
Promote and encourage positive behaviour, independence, and life skills
Observe, record, and report any changes in behaviour, health, or emotional state
Ensure the home remains safe, clean, and nurturing
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation
Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals
Participate in shift patterns, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins on a rota basis✅ Candidate Requirements
Experienced candidates: Previous experience in a residential children’s home or similar setting
Entry-level candidates: A genuine passion for helping young people and willingness to learn
NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards this qualification)
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with young people
A full UK driving licence is essential📌 Please note: This position is not suitable for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
📞 How to Apply:
To find out more or apply, please contact Emma Brown at Minerva Recruitment:
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