Job title: Residential Support WorkerService: Children''s residential home - emotional and behavioural supportEmployer: Anima Residential Care LimitedLocation: Erith/Slade GreenReports to: Deputy Manager / Registered ManagerHours: Full-time and part-time available; shift work including days, evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in dutiesContract: Permanent/Bank workersSalary: 13.50 hourlyDBS: Enhanced DBS check (with Children''s Barred List) requiredKEY RESPONSIBILITIESCaring for the childrenProvide day-to-day care that meets each child''s physical, emotional, social and educational needs.Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a consistent, reliable adult in the child''s life.Support children through daily routines - getting up, meals, school, activities, bedtime - and encourage independence and life skills.Use a trauma-informed, nurturing approach (such as PACE - playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy) to help children feel safe and understood.Help children manage their emotions and behaviour, de-escalating difficult situations calmly and using positive behaviour support strategies.Plan and take part in fun, meaningful activities, outings and interests that build confidence and self-esteem.Safeguarding and wellbeingPromote and safeguard the welfare of every child, following the home''s safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.Recognise and report any safeguarding concerns, incidents or changes in a child''s presentation promptly and ..... full job details .....