Job Description

Residential Support Worker - Children's Ofsted Regulated Home

Location:

Tottenham, N17

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Salary:

28,000 - 29,000 per annum

Shift Pattern:

Day shifts, 10:30am - 10:30pm

Are you compassionate, motivated and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people? We are recruiting Day Shift Residential Support Workers to join our Ofsted-regulated children's home in Tottenham. This role is ideal for someone who wants to build a purposeful, meaningful and long-term career in residential childcare while working in a supportive, child-centred and values-led environment.

You will be part of a dedicated team supporting young people aged 10-17 with emotional and behavioural needs, helping them feel safe, valued and able to reach their full potential.

Why Join Us?

Every Shift Has Purpose

Provide direct, consistent care that truly impacts the stability, resilience and future outcomes of young people.

Training and Professional Growth

Benefit from a full induction, specialist therapeutic training and clear progression opportunities into senior and leadership roles within residential childcare.

Supportive, Reflective Team Culture

Join a collaborative and trauma-informed staff team that values reflective practice, staff wellbeing and high-quality childcare.

A Role with Meaning

Work in a nurturing, structured home environment where your support directly contributes to emotional, social and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

Provide consistent emotional and practical support to young people during daytime shifts Encourage structured routines including meals, education, activities and community engagement Promote independence and support positive decision-making Act as a keyworker, helping young people set, review and achieve personal goals Apply trauma-informed and child-centred approaches to build trust and resilience Maintain a safe, nurturing and supportive home environment Complete accurate, professional records, observations and daily reports Participate in handovers, staff meetings and reflective practice sessions Engage in ongoing professional development and learning

What We're Looking For

Experience supporting children or young people in residential care, social care, youth work or education (preferred) Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or willingness to work towards achieving it Empathy, patience and emotional resilience Strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills Understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries and child development Full UK driving licence desirable but not essential
If you share our values and are motivated to develop your skills, we will provide full training and support.

What You'll Receive

Annual salary of 28,000 - 29,000 Opportunities for progression into Senior Support Worker and leadership roles Supportive, inclusive and collaborative team culture Ongoing professional training, supervision and development A fulfilling, meaningful role where every day contributes to a young person's future

Apply Today

If you are ready to join a values-led organisation and support young people to thrive, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Please apply with your CV, and a member of our recruitment team will contact you within 24-48 hours.

Make every day count. Join Liberi Care and help young people achieve their potential.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.50-14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Referral programme
Licence/Certification:

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