Job Description

Location:

Reading

Pay:

13.00 - 13.50 per hour

Contract Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern:

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

One Young Person. One Extraordinary Opportunity to Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced support worker with a background in therapeutic care, residential childcare, or mental health? Do you have the resilience and empathy to offer consistent, meaningful support to a young person navigating emotional and behavioural challenges?

Cornerstone Children's Homes

is seeking a committed

Residential Support Worker

to join our dedicated team in Reading, working in a solo residential setting. This is a rare opportunity to provide

one-to-one, trauma-informed care

--where your presence, compassion, and professionalism can have a life-changing impact.

About the Role

This is a hands-on, emotionally rewarding role where your focus will be to create a nurturing, stable, and structured home environment for a young person in care. Working within a small and skilled team, you'll play a central role in supporting emotional growth, promoting wellbeing, and building trust.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care tailored to the individual needs of the young person Support emotional regulation, mental health, and therapeutic goals Respond calmly and effectively to complex behaviours, using de-escalation and intervention strategies when required Assist with personal care, daily routines, and the development of essential life skills Contribute to care planning and key working sessions Maintain structure, consistency, and a safe environment at all times Work closely with colleagues and professionals to ensure joined-up care and progress

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone with professional experience and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for young people. You understand the importance of consistency, trust, and therapeutic care in creating a positive foundation for healing and development.

You'll bring:

Experience in residential childcare, therapeutic support, or mental health settings Confidence in managing complex or high-risk behaviours A calm, empathetic, and emotionally resilient approach to care Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills A child-focused mindset and genuine passion for making a difference Willingness to engage in ongoing training, development, and reflective practice

What We Offer

13.00 - 13.50 per hour (no sleep-ins required) Consistent rota with long shifts, supporting better work-life balance Full training in trauma-informed care and safe intervention techniques A supportive, values-led team culture focused on wellbeing and high-quality care Real opportunities to make a direct and lasting difference in a young person's life

Apply Now - Be the Difference That Matters

This role offers more than just a career move--it's a chance to provide structure, safety, and care to a young person who truly needs it. If you're ready to commit your experience and compassion to a role that transforms lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your CV and a short cover letter

explaining why this role feels right for you.

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