Residential Children & Young People's Worker


Company:	Barnardo's
Salary:	£27,844 to £28,915 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London
Working pattern:	Field-based
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	25 Aug 2026
Closing date:	24 Sept 2026

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Summary

hildren's Home Support Workers – The Drive and Water Lane homes, Redbridge (4.8 FTE)

Location: The Drive, Redbridge and Water Lane Redbridge

Service Type: 3-bed & 4-bed residential home for children with disabilities

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (5 FTE). Part-time and 'As and When' positions will be considered to achieve 5 full time equivalent.

Rota: 24-hour shift pattern including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays,

Are you ready to make a lasting difference in a child's life?

Do you have the resilience and commitment to support children with complex needs?

Are you looking for a role where your values, skills, and experience are truly appreciated?

We are recruiting Children's Home Support Workers to join our team at The Drive, a residential home supporting children and young people with disabilities, including learning difficulties and autism. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a nurturing, inclusive, and child-focused environment.

As part of our team, you'll build meaningful relationships with children, support them in their daily routines and interests, and help them develop confidence and independence. You'll play a key role in promoting emotional wellbeing and advocating for their voices to be heard in decisions about their lives.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and identities. We are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve.

You'll need:

Resilience and emotional strength to support children with complex needs.

A good understanding of Ofsted Children's Homes regulations and guidance.

A Level 3 or 4 qualification in Children & Young People Workforce (Social Care or Residential Child Care), or a willingness to complete this within two years.

Experience in residential care is helpful, but we also welcome transferable skills from other sectors.

A commitment to safeguarding and trauma-informed care.

What You'll Be Doing

Your role will involve:

Supporting children in daily routines, hobbies, and community activities.

Promoting emotional wellbeing and helping children understand and manage behaviours.

Advocating for children's voices in decisions about their lives.

Working collaboratively with families, professionals, and colleagues.

Delivering care in line with Barnardo's values and regulatory standards.

What You'll Receive

In return, you'll benefit from:

A meaningful role making a real difference in children's lives.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

A supportive management and team culture.

Career progression within Barnardo's.

Flexible working patterns.

Trade union recognition (Unison).

Interested?

Apply now below. For informal enquiries, please contact the Residential Services Manager melanie.hadjiminas@barnardos.org.uk

Please note: this post may close early due to high interest, so early applications are encouraged.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible

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