Children's Home Support Worker

Children’s Residential Support Worker – Ilford
Competitive salary | Supportive, established company | Strong management team
We are looking for a caring, resilient and child‑focused Children’s Residential Support Worker to join our established team in Ilford. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive organisation with a strong management team, clear progression routes, and a warm, nurturing environment for both staff and young people.
About the Role
As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key part in supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma, emotional or behavioural difficulties (EBD), or learning difficulties. You’ll help create a safe, stable and positive home environment where they can feel valued, listened to and supported.

Your role will include:

* Providing day‑to‑day care, emotional support and guidance

* Supporting children with routines, education, activities and life skills

* Building trusting, professional relationships

* Managing challenging behaviours using training and a calm, consistent approach

* Ensuring safeguarding is always prioritised and concerns are reported correctly

* Keeping accurate records, reports and daily logs

* Working closely with the wider team, management, and external professionals

* Supporting the home to maintain high standards and a positive, nurturing culture
What We’re Looking For

* Experience working with children or young people (residential, education, youth work, care or similar)

* A calm, patient and resilient approach

* Strong communication and teamwork skills

* Willingness to learn, complete training and develop professionally

* Understanding of safeguarding, boundaries and trauma‑informed practice

* Ability to remain professional and consistent during challenging situations