Job Description

"Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential."

At

Energise

, we are passionate about changing children's lives for the better. We aim to provide the highest levels of care, encouragement, and opportunity to help young people achieve amazing outcomes.

Do you want to make a positive impact on children's lives? Are you determined, caring and resilient? If the answer is "yes" then we are looking for you to join our team as Residential Children's Support Workers.

The Role

As a

Senior

Children's Crisis Care Worker

, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and young people during moments of significant difficulty and change -- including emergency or short-notice placements.

You will be part of a dedicated team working to create a safe, homely, and positive environment where children can feel secure, valued, and supported. Every day is different - you might be helping with schoolwork, sharing a meal, or planning fun activities like trips to the cinema, swimming, or sports.

Alongside these everyday moments, you will also support children through times of heightened stress, dysregulation, or crisis. This could mean helping a child who is experiencing overwhelming emotions, displaying challenging behaviours, or struggling to manage feelings of anger, fear, or distress. Using a calm, consistent, and trauma-informed approach, you'll work to de-escalate situations, maintain safety, and help young people regulate their emotions. You will follow clear care plans and behaviour support strategies, balancing empathy with firm boundaries to ensure the wellbeing of every child.

Crisis situations can be unpredictable, but they are also opportunities to build trust and show young people that they are safe, listened to, and not defined by their behaviours. You'll learn to recognise triggers, use restorative approaches, and provide reassurance before, during, and after an incident -- helping children reflect and recover positively.

Most importantly, you'll be a consistent, caring presence who helps children feel understood and able to begin healing from trauma or disruption.

Alongside supporting children directly, you'll lead by example, guiding colleagues to deliver consistently high standards of care. You'll help embed routines, champion safeguarding, and inspire positive outcomes.

We'll provide full training, including specialist crisis intervention techniques, and ongoing support to give you the skills you need to thrive in the role.

Key Responsibilities:

Building strong, trusting relationships with children and young people, helping them develop resilience and confidence

Acting as a positive role model and mentor to Support Workers, supporting their growth and reflective practice

Leading by example in safeguarding, ensuring children's safety and wellbeing are always the top priority

Encouraging independence, life skills, and positive routines tailored to each child's needs

Taking responsibility for the daily running of the home in the absence of management, ensuring continuity and consistency

Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care planning in line with regulations and best practice

Promoting equality, respect, and opportunities for all children and young people

Driving a culture of learning, reflection, and continuous improvement to meet Ofsted Outstanding standards

What We're Looking For

At Energise Homes, we believe skills can be taught - but the qualities that come from within truly make the difference. We're looking for someone who:

Is 21 years of age or above (in line with Ofsted requirements)

Finds joy in celebrating children's big and small achievements

Brings positivity and encouragement to brighten someone's day

Has the patience and belief that small steps can lead to life-changing progress

Holds, or is willing to work towards, an NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Ideally has experience in residential childcare - though this isn't essential

Holds a full driving licence (preferred) - however, we're happy to consider those currently learning to drive.

Our Values

At Energise, people are at the heart of everything we do. As a Senior Children's Crisis Care Worker, you'll embody our values:

E

- Empathise- We listen with compassion and respond with kindness, valuing each child's feelings, history, and individuality.

N

- Nurture- We provide a safe, supportive environment that promotes physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

E

- Engagement- We encourage meaningful activities and social connections to enrich children's lives and maintain independence.

R

- Respect- We honour the dignity, choices, and cultural backgrounds of all children & young people, staff, and families.

G

- Growth- We support lifelong learning, adaptability, and personal development for both children and staff.

I

- Integrity- We act with honesty, transparency, and professionalism in all that we do.

S

- Safety- We prioritise a secure and comfortable setting where children feel protected and cared for.

E

- Excellence- We strive for the highest standards in care, continually improving through feedback and innovation.

What We Offer

Typical Annual Remuneration: 41,067.60 per annum (based on 10 x 24.5 hr including shifts + team meeting) Welcome bonus - 250 Full training and ongoing professional development A supportive, welcoming team environment Opportunities to progress your career 14 days leave (equates to 5.6 weeks leave including bank holidays) + 1 extra day for birthday following successful completion of probationary period. Holiday entitlement bonus - 1 day extra per year of service up to 5 years service -total 19 days on full entitlement The chance to make a genuine, lasting difference in children's lives Company pension scheme. 60 sleep in rate

Additional Benefits

Private Health Care Package

- including free eye tests and contributions towards glasses and much more.

Ofsted Recognition Bonuses

- rewards for achieving Good and Outstandingoutcomes

Annual Leave Options

- sell up to 3 unused days each year

Enhanced Pay

- including additional payments for bank holidays and overtime

Blue Light Discount Card

- provided free of charge

Wellbeing Incentive

- 100 bonus for no sickness absence across the year

Refer-a-Friend Scheme

- earn rewards for successful referrals

Cycle to Work Scheme

- promoting health, wellbeing and sustainability

Safeguarding

Successful employment is subject to a

Full Enhanced Disclosure

, right-to-work, and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. Energise is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

If you're ready to start a rewarding career where every day you'll be helping children build brighter futures, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of something truly meaningful.

Interviews will commence the week commencing Monday 13th October 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 16.70 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Private medical insurance Referral programme Store discount
Work Location: In person