Children's Support Worker

Location: SE8
Contract: Full Time / Part Time / Bank
Please note: We do not offer sponsorship for this role

About Us

The Ezer Group is opening Acacia House, a new children’s home built on a clear vision — to provide high-quality, therapeutic care where children feel safe, valued and supported to rebuild their futures.

This is a unique opportunity to join a team from the very beginning and help shape a home, culture and environment that truly makes a difference.

Our Values and Ethos

Everything we do is guided by our core values:

• Child Focused – Children are at the heart of every decision we make
• Encourage Excellence – We believe in high aspirations for young people and ourselves
• Compassionate Care – We lead with empathy, patience and understanding
• Lead With Love – We show up consistently, with warmth, boundaries and genuine care
• Restore Faith in Futures – We help young people believe in themselves and what’s ahead

The Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in creating a safe, stable and nurturing home for children and young people.

You will support with daily routines, emotional wellbeing, education, life skills and positive experiences — while building strong, trusting relationships that help young people grow in confidence and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive, meaningful relationships with children and young people
• Provide consistent, child-focused care tailored to individual needs
• Support routines including school, appointments and daily living
• Promote emotional wellbeing using trauma-informed approaches
• Respond to behaviour with patience, understanding and consistency
• Contribute to a warm, safe and structured home environment
• Complete accurate records and follow safeguarding procedures

Who We’re Looking For

Values & Character (Essential)

We are looking for people who:

• Genuinely care about children and want to make a difference
• Are compassionate, patient and emotionally aware
• Can stay calm and consistent, even in challenging situations
• Lead with kindness but are able to set clear boundaries
• Believe in young people and their potential
• Are reliable, reflective and committed to personal growth
• Want to be part of building something meaningful from the ground up

Experience & Skills (Essential)

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals (desirable)
• Understanding of safeguarding and child-centred practice
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work shifts including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins
• Full UK driving licence (desirable/essential depending on role)

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards)

Why Join The Ezer Group?

• Be part of a brand-new home from the beginning
• Help shape the culture, environment and standards
• Work within a values-led, therapeutic organisation
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Real opportunity to make a lasting impact

Safeguarding

The Ezer Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment processes.

Pay: £13.90-£15.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 24.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person