Residential Support Worker (RSW)

Location: Lancing
Hourly Rate: £13 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Job Summary

We are currently recruiting Residential Support Workers to join a caring and supportive team in an OFSTED-registered children’s home in Lancing.

The role involves providing consistent, high-quality care to vulnerable young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties.

You will work alongside a committed staff team to create a safe, nurturing, and homely environment that encourages each young person to thrive and achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the welfare, education, and personal development of young people in care.
• Contribute to a warm, safe, and structured living environment.
• Assist in day-to-day routines including domestic chores, cooking, shopping, and school/homework support.
• Build strong, appropriate relationships with young people, offering support through activities, hobbies, and personal interests.
• Support children with after-school clubs and recreational pursuits.
• Help implement care plans and behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policies.
• Work closely with other professionals, including social workers, schools, and healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate written records (logs, reports, and daily updates).
• Undertake keyworker responsibilities when required.
• Participate in regular supervisions and all mandatory training sessions.
• Work as part of a consistent and professional care team, always upholding safeguarding responsibilities and best practices.
• Uphold diversity and equality standards, recognising the individual needs of each child.

Knowledge and Experience (Essential)

• Practical experience of working directly with children or young people.
• Understanding of child development and the challenges faced by those in residential care.
• Knowledge of legislation and regulations applicable to children's residential settings (e.g.
  
  Children’s Homes Regulations, Quality Standards).
• Awareness of group dynamics and emotional support needs.

Skills and Abilities (Essential)

• Able to engage, support, and build positive relationships with young people.
• Skilled in managing challenging behaviour using de-escalation and approved intervention techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Able to work as part of a team and independently.
• Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure.
• Demonstrates consistent, nurturing care even in challenging circumstances.
• Commitment to anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice.

Requirements

• Willingness to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• Ability to complete or willingness to work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (within 2 years if not already held).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to drive as part of the role.

If you're passionate about supporting children and young people and want to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply or find out more, by contacting Jack at Nurse Seekers on 01926 676369 or email jack@nurseseekers.co.uk