5 x Support Workers (Registered Children's Home Setting)

Job Description

5 x RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER – REGISTERED CHILDREN’S HOME

Urgent Start – Interviews Over the Next Two Weeks

Position: Residential Support Worker

Reports to: Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Senior Support Worker

Location: SE18, London

Contract: Full-time / Part-time (Shift-based)

Start Date: Immediate

Purpose of the Role

To work as part of a professional, trauma‑informed team providing high‑quality care, safety and support to children and young people living in our Ofsted‑regulated children’s home. Staff will contribute to care planning, safeguarding, behaviour support and daily living routines, ensuring the home provides a nurturing, stable and child‑centred environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Care & Support

• Provide consistent, child‑centred care in line with individual Care Plans, Risk Assessments and Behaviour Support Plans.
  

• Act as Keyworker where allocated, supporting emotional, physical, educational and social development.
  

• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people while maintaining professional boundaries.
  

Safeguarding & Regulation

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times.
  

• Follow all safeguarding policies, whistleblowing procedures and statutory guidance (e.g., Working Together to Safeguard Children).
  

• Report concerns immediately in line with internal procedures and local safeguarding partnership protocols.
  

• Work in accordance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards.
  

Record Keeping & Reporting

• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous records including Daily Logs, Incident Reports, Risk Assessments, Keywork Sessions, Appointment Records and Review Reports.
  

• Ensure all incidents are recorded and escalated appropriately to senior management.
  

• Contribute to evidence required for Ofsted inspections and regulatory compliance.
  

Teamwork & Professional Development

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, external professionals and partner agencies.
  

• Attend mandatory training, supervisions, team meetings and development sessions.
  

• Work flexibly across shifts including days, nights, weekends, bank holidays and festive periods.
  

• Support the home in the absence of senior staff, escalating safeguarding or operational risks as needed.
  

Home Environment

• Contribute to domestic tasks and upkeep of the home to ensure a safe, warm and nurturing environment.
  

• Promote the ethos, aims and objectives of Alkadine Ltd at all times.
  

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with vulnerable people, ideally children or young people (residential, education, social care or similar).
  

• Clean Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one immediately).
  

• Right to work in the UK.
  

• Ability to work flexible shift patterns.
  

• Strong communication skills, resilience and teamwork abilities.
  

• Understanding of safeguarding, child protection and professional boundaries.
  

• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow policies and procedures.
  

• No outstanding LADO or safeguarding referrals.
  

Desirable

• Experience within an Ofsted‑regulated children’s home.
  

• Knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
  

• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).
  

• Full UK driving licence.
  

• Experience supporting children with trauma, attachment needs or behavioural challenges.
  

Safer Recruitment Statement

This role is subject to strict safer recruitment checks, including:

• Enhanced DBS disclosure (Update Service preferred).
  

• Verification of identity and right to work.
  

• Full employment history and reference checks.
  

• Medical fitness declaration.
  

• Ongoing suitability monitoring throughout employment.
  

The post holder must uphold and promote safeguarding and child protection at all times.

How to Apply

If you meet the criteria listed above, please complete and email the following documents:

• Application Form
  

• Health Declaration Form
  

Send to: recruitment@alkadine.co.uk

We are interviewing immediately and early applications are strongly encouraged.

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER VISA SPONSORSHIP

Requirements
Requirements We’re looking for a dynamic leader who blends empathy with excellence, and who thrives on building something meaningful from the ground up. Essential: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in an Ofsted-registered children’s home (EBD or similar). Proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings. Strong understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards (2015). Robust safeguarding knowledge and ability to implement effective systems and processes. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Desirable: Experience supporting children with EBD, trauma, or attachment difficulties. Previous involvement in registering or setting up a new children’s home.