Job Description

Location:

Romford

Salary:

12.50 - 14 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Contract:

Full-Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern:

Day shifts, 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Rota:

2-week rolling rota (Week A = 4 shifts including one weekend day; Week B = 3 shifts)

Sleep-ins:

Paid at 70 per night

Make a Real Difference Every Day. Support with Compassion. Empower Young Lives.

If you're a caring, dedicated Support Worker with experience supporting children or young people, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day. Join our team in Romford and help create a nurturing environment where young people feel safe, valued, and able to thrive.

About the Role

As a

Day Support Worker

, you'll provide hands-on, personalised care tailored to the needs of each child or young person you support. Working a structured 2-week rolling rota, you'll work 4 shifts one week (including a weekend day) and 3 shifts the next, each from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

Your role will involve supporting with personal care, encouraging daily living skills, and promoting personal and social development through meaningful activities. You'll also work closely with families, colleagues, and professionals to ensure every aspect of care puts the young person's wellbeing at the centre.

Key Responsibilities

Provide personalised support, including personal care and daily living activities Develop, follow, and contribute to individual care plans Create and maintain a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment Work in partnership with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams Keep accurate records and report changes in behaviour or wellbeing promptly Travel when needed to support young people in different settings Facilitate activities that encourage confidence, interaction, and growth
What We're Looking For

Essential:

Experience supporting children or young people (residential or similar setting preferred) Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships Empathy, patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for helping others Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection Flexibility to work a rota including weekends and evenings Team player with a collaborative approach

Desirable:

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or Children and Young People's Workforce First aid certification Experience supporting children with complex or challenging behaviours Full driving licence
What We Offer

Competitive pay of 12.50 - 14 per hour (based on experience and qualifications) Sleep-ins paid at 70 per night Structured rota for work-life balance Ongoing professional training and clear career progression opportunities Supportive, inclusive team culture Employee assistance programme to promote your wellbeing

Ready to Make an Impact?

This is more than just a job--it's the chance to be a steady, supportive presence in a young person's life. If you're ready to bring care, compassion, and commitment to this role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now

with your CV and a short cover letter telling us why this role inspires you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food On-site parking
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) DBS Registered to the Update Service (preferred) NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (preferred)
Work Location: In person