Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Residential Children’s Support Worker

Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Salary: £31,874 - £34,099 per annum (including sleep-in allowance and enhanced payments for nights and bank holidays)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description:
We are seeking compassionate and reliable Residential Children’s Support Workers to join a specialised therapeutic children’s home in Southend-on-Sea. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children who have experienced adversity, providing safety, stability, and a sense of belonging within a nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Residential Children’s Support Worker based in Southend-on-Sea, your daily duties will include:

Building trusting, positive relationships with children through consistency, empathy, and respect
Supporting children with daily routines, education, activities, and emotional regulation
Using trauma-informed approaches to help children feel safe and understood
Promoting a warm, homely environment where children can heal and thrive
Contributing to care plans, risk assessments, and maintaining accurate records
Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals
Acting as a positive role model, championing each child’s strengths and potential
Encouraging children to participate in new activities, fostering confidence and resilience

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Residential Children’s Support Worker, you will need:

A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
Strong communication skills and a reflective, team-focused approach
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare
Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and nights
Experience in residential childcare is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided

Benefits & Work Environment:

Competitive salary with regular pay reviews
33 days holiday, increasing with service (including additional days for long service, birthday, and Christmas)
Extensive training programme, including specialised trauma-informed practice
Supportive supervision and a values-driven team culture
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Employee Assistance Programme, GP Helpline, enhanced sick pay, pension scheme, and other benefits

If you are a dedicated Residential Children’s Support Worker looking for a rewarding role in Southend-on-Sea, apply today! Join us in making a positive impact on children’s lives every day.

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