Job Description

Location:

Ilford, IG3

Contract:

Full-time / Part-time available | Shift rota including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins

Salary:

25,396 per year (including sleep-ins, depending on experience & qualifications)

Do you believe in compassionate care that supports not just the body, but the mind and spirit?

We are recruiting for a therapeutic children's home where every child and young person is treated as unique. Their philosophy is holistic -- nurturing emotional wellbeing, educational growth, life skills, and independence, all in a safe, inclusive environment.

What You'll Be Doing

Provide personalised, caring support for young people facing emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them feel valued and secure. Work with the care team to deliver care plans tailored to each child's emotional, psychological, and educational needs. Engage young people in therapeutic and life skills-based activities to promote resilience, empowerment and wellbeing. Maintain a safe, warm, clean, and structured environment where routines help children feel stable. Support young people with daily routines, self-care, social and educational participation. Keep accurate records, support risk assessments, behaviour plans, and report safeguarding concerns. Participate in shift duties including sleep-ins; mentor junior staff and contribute positively to team culture. Collaborate with external professionals, families, and community services to ensure whole-child support.
What We're Looking For

Experience in residential care with children or young people with emotional or behavioural needs. Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People / Residential Childcare (essential) Understanding of safeguarding, therapeutic care, education support. Empathy, patience, strong communication skills and ability to build trust. Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. Full UK Driving Licence essential.
What's On Offer

Competitive salary with enhancements for sleep-ins and overtime. Full induction, training, and continuous professional development in therapeutic, holistic care. Working in a supportive, values-led team culture. Opportunities to grow into more senior roles. Wellbeing support, mentorship, and reflective practice. A role where your work really matters -- helping young people reach their potential.
For more details or to apply, contact

Harry

on

07551 624035

or email

harrybeech@awardemployment.com

.

Send your CV today and become part of a team dedicated to compassionate, holistic care.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,396.00 per year

Application question(s):

Do you require visa sponsorship?
Experience:

Children's Residential: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Level 3 in Residential Childcare (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person