Support Worker for Children's Residential Home - grays, east anglia, uk

Support Worker - Residential Children's Home Job Purpose To provide high-quality care and support to children and young people living in a residential children's home, promoting their physical, emotional, educational, and social development while ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times. Key Responsibilities Child Care and Support Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people. Provide daily care, guidance, and emotional support. Promote independence, life skills, self-esteem, and confidence. Support children to engage in education, training, employment, and recreational activities. Act as a positive role model and advocate for young people. Safeguarding Safeguard and protect children from harm, abuse, exploitation, and neglect. Recognise and report safeguarding concerns in line with company policies and procedures. Ensure children's welfare remains the primary focus of all care and support provided. Follow risk assessments and behaviour management plans. Care Planning Implement individual care plans, placement plans, and risk assessments. Contribute to reviews and care planning meetings. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, reports, and daily logs. Monitor and record the progress, achievements, and wellbeing of young people. Behaviour Support Manage challenging behaviour appropriately and professionally. Use de-escalation techniques to support young people during periods of distress. Promote positive behaviour and encourage personal responsibility. Maintain professional boundaries while developing supportive relationships. Household Responsibilities Support young people with cooking, cleaning, budgeting, shopping, and personal care where required. Ensure the home remains clean, safe, and welcoming. Participate in household tasks and activities alongside young people. Partnership Working Work collaboratively with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, families, and other relevant agencies. Attend meetings and contribute to care planning and reviews. Maintain effective communication with colleagues and external professionals. Health and Safety Ensure the safety and security of young people and the home environment. Follow health and safety procedures at all times. Administer medication in accordance with policies and training. Report accidents, incidents, and concerns promptly. Essential Requirements Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals. Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays. Full UK driving licence (desirable or essential depending on the role). Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations effectively. Desirable Qualifications Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards). Previous experience within a residential children's home setting. Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.