Residential & Senior Support Workers – Children’s EBD Home

West Norwood, SE27

£13.50 – £14.50 per hour + £50 sleep-in rate

We are recruiting Residential Support Workers (RSW) and Senior Support Workers (SSW) for a new 3-bed Children’s EBD Home in West Norwood (SE27). This is an exciting opportunity to join a service supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and help create a safe, nurturing and structured environment where children can thrive.

⚠️ Please note: Candidates must have prior experience working within a Children’s EBD Residential Home setting. Applications without this experience will not be considered.

Residential Support Workers (RSW)

Up to £13.50 per hour

Sleep-ins paid at £50 per shift

Key duties include:

• Supporting young people with daily routines, personal care, and independent living skills
• Building positive, therapeutic relationships with children and young people
• Promoting emotional wellbeing, safety, and stability within the home
• Assisting with education, hobbies, and social activities
• Maintaining accurate records, reports, and incident logs
• Working as part of a team to maintain Ofsted regulatory standards

Senior Support Workers (SSW)

Up to £14.50 per hour

Sleep-ins paid at £50 per shift

Key duties include:

• Providing day-to-day leadership and guidance to support staff on shift
• Supporting the Registered Manager and Deputy in running the home
• Leading on care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies
• Ensuring compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards
• Acting as a positive role model and helping maintain a stable environment
• Supporting staff development and ensuring high standards of care delivery

Requirements (Essential)

• Previous experience in a Children’s EBD Residential Home
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed care
• Ability to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Passion for supporting vulnerable young people to reach their potential
• Ideal candidates will hold a Level 3 qualification in Childrens H&SC or be working towards this.

Please email your CV to deborah.hunter@cpl.com