Support Worker – Children’s Care Home

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 2 January 2026
LOCATION
Reading
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Childcare Youth Support Emotional Wellbeing Record Keeping Teamwork DBS Check

FULL DESCRIPTION

We’re recruiting Support Workers to join our dedicated team providing care and support to children aged 8–17 with emotional, behavioural, or complex needs. This is more than a job – it’s a chance to make a lasting difference. Whether you're experienced or new to care, if you're kind, reliable and passionate about helping young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

- Support children with daily routines, activities, education, and emotional wellbeing.
- Promote independence and positive relationships.
- Help manage challenging behaviour using training and guidance.
- Keep accurate records and report concerns appropriately.
- Work as part of a team, supporting each other and the children.

Qualifications

- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete).
- Previous experience in childcare or youth support is desirable.
- Reliable, resilient, and able to work shifts including weekends/sleep-ins.
- Enhanced DBS check required.

Job Benefits

- Join a friendly, supportive team making a real difference every day
- Full training provided and paid qualifications
- Real career progression opportunities – many of our managers started as support workers
- Flexible shifts and sleep-in enhancements
- A positive, values-driven environment where you’ll feel appreciated.

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