Job Description

Solo Provision Support Worker - Children's Residential Care

Location:

Reading

Pay:

13.00 - 13.50 per hour

Shifts:

7:30 AM - 9:30 PM (No sleep-ins required)

Contract Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

One Young Person. One Opportunity to Change a Life.

Are you an experienced, emotionally resilient support worker with a background in therapeutic care or mental health? Do you thrive in environments that demand empathy, consistency, and a strong commitment to meaningful relationships? If so, this role may be exactly what you're looking for.

Cornerstone Children's Homes is seeking dedicated Residential Support Workers to provide one-to-one care for a young person in a solo residential home in Reading. This is a unique opportunity to offer focused, trauma-informed care during a critical period of a young person's development.

Why This Role Matters

This is not just a support role -- it's a chance to become a stabilising force in a young person's life. Your presence, structure, and emotional support will be central to their healing and long-term progress.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver consistent, trauma-informed therapeutic care tailored to individual needs Support the young person with emotional regulation, mental health challenges, and behaviours of concern Apply de-escalation techniques and physical intervention strategies when needed (training provided) Maintain safe routines and create a secure, emotionally supportive environment Assist with daily tasks, including personal care and the development of independent life skills Engage in key working sessions and actively contribute to care planning Collaborate closely with a skilled, supportive, and professional team

What We're Looking For

Experience in residential childcare, mental health support, or therapeutic settings Confidence in managing complex behaviours and utilising trained intervention strategies High levels of emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure A proactive, dependable approach and excellent teamwork skills A strong commitment to supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma or adversity

What We Offer

Comprehensive training in trauma-informed care and intervention techniques A supportive, values-led working environment that prioritises staff wellbeing Ongoing professional development and reflective practice The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in a young person's life

More Than a Role -- It's a Lifeline

If you're ready to provide structure, care, and emotional stability for a young person on their path to healing, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and be the support that changes a life -- every single day.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 27,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension On-site gym On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Experience:

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

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

Reference ID: RSW - Shinfield