Children’s Home Support Worker

Children’s Home Support Worker

Join to apply for the Children’s Home Support Worker role at Total Care Matters Ltd.

- Residential Children’s Homes (based in the East Midlands).

£32,350–£34,350 per year (includes up to £6,000 sleep‑in allowance and £1,000 complex care allowance).

• Age 22 or over (legal requirement)
• Hold a full UK manual driving licence
• Able to commit to 173 hours per month, including sleep‑in shifts
• No recent or relevant criminal convictions (enhanced DBS check required)
• Eligible to work in the UK

We are seeking a caring and resilient Residential Support Worker to join our team, supporting children and young people aged 8–17 in a safe, nurturing children’s home environment. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience or transferable skills from youth work, education, social care, or residential childcare.

• Build positive relationships and provide emotional and practical support to young people.
• Help manage daily routines, including school runs, appointments, and activities.
• Support with life‑skills such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care.
• Maintain accurate records and follow care plans.
• Work a rotational shift pattern including sleep‑ins (additional allowance provided).

• Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Good communicators and strong team players.
• Reliable, empathetic, and committed to safeguarding.

Experience in residential childcare, youth support, education, or social care is an advantage, but full training will be provided.

• Salary &
  
  Allowances:
  
  £32,350–£34,350 per year (includes up to £6,000 sleep‑in allowance and £1,000 complex care allowance).
• Fully funded QCF Level 4 & 5 in Children & Young People Families Practitioner.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.
• Clear career progression into Team Leader and Registered Manager roles.

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to an in‑house Drama Therapist.
• Westfield Health cashback plan.
• Free meals during shifts and staff activities.
• Discounts via Blue Light Card.
• Casual dress code.

If you meet the above criteria, please send your CV and include the following statement in your email:
“I confirm that I am aged 22 or over, hold a full UK manual driving licence, can commit to full‑time hours including sleep‑ins, and am eligible to work in the UK.”

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Apply online: via our application form.

Total Care Matters Ltd. is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to robust vetting and safeguarding checks.