Senior Support Worker – Children's Residential Services (EBD)

Description

Job Title: Senior Support Worker Children s Residential Services (EBD)

Location: Bexley, London Service: Daylight Children s Services Children s

Residential Home Reports to: Registered Manager / Deputy Manager

Hours: Shift–based (including evenings, weekends, sleep–ins/waking nights as required

Job Purpose

The Support Worker will provide high–quality, child–centred care and support to children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) living in a residential setting. The role focuses on safeguarding, promoting emotional wellbeing, supporting positive behaviour, and helping children achieve stability, independence, and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people Safeguard and promote the welfare of children in line with legislation and procedures Support emotional regulation and manage challenging behaviour using therapeutic and de–escalation approaches Assist with personal care, daily routines, and maintaining a homely environment Encourage participation in education, activities, and community engagement Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with professionals Ensure health, safety, medication, and risk management procedures are followed Person Specification

Essential

Experience working with children or young people with EBD, trauma, or challenging behaviour OR strong transferable skills. A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Ability to remain calm, resilient, and professional under pressure. Good written and verbal communication skills. Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and nights. Enhanced DBS check (Children s Barred List) required. Desirable NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People (or willingness to work towards). Experience in residential children s homes. Training in trauma–informed care, de–escalation, or PBS. Knowledge of the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 Training & Development

Comprehensive induction programme. Ongoing mandatory and specialist training (Safeguarding, EBD, Trauma, Behaviour Management). Regular supervision and annual appraisal. Opportunities for career progression within Daylight Children s Services If you are caring, patient, and experienced, we would love to hear from you.

Ad ID: 5417723476