Residential Support Worker – Children's Home

Job description

Residential Support Worker – Children's Home

Location: Ashford, Surrey (TW15)

Salary: £29,500 per annum

Shift Pattern: Days – 7am–7pm | Waking Nights – 7pm–7am (Required to do 1 a week)

Ready to make a real difference?

Are you passionate about helping children and young people build brighter futures? We're recruiting a Residential Support Worker to join a children's home in Ashford, Surrey.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a positive impact every day, helping children feel safe, supported and valued while encouraging them to develop their confidence, independence and life skills.

You'll work as part of a dedicated team, providing consistent care and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive.

What you'll be doing

Providing day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people.

Promoting safeguarding, safety and wellbeing at all times.

Supporting education, personal development and positive behaviour.

Building trusting relationships and encouraging children to express their views and choices.

Following care plans, risk assessments and individual support strategies.

Supporting daily routines, activities and the development of independent living skills.

Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns appropriately.

Working closely with colleagues, families, social workers and other professionals.

What we're looking for

A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.

Experience in residential childcare or a similar supportive setting is desirable.

Strong communication skills and a caring, patient approach.

An understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.

The ability to remain calm, positive and consistent in challenging situations.

A reliable, team-focused attitude and willingness to learn.

Flexibility to work days, waking nights, weekends and bank holidays as required.

A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare is desirable, or you should be willing to work towards the relevant qualification where required.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Ashford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-11-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English