Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home Harlow
Harlow, England, United Kingdom
Company: Bitrecruit Client / Employer: Occupop
Posted: 20.05.2026 | Job reference: ccc30b4dfd09a267a14b1a3b298ad592
Job information
Reports to: Registered Homes Manager
Contract Type: Full time, permanent
Location: Harlow
Salary: £32,000 – £36,560 annually
Benefits
- Full company induction, including physical intervention training (NFPS)
- Auto enrolment pension scheme
- Refer a friend bonus £500 (TOB Applies)
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Ongoing continuous career progression with funded qualifications leading to enhanced pay scales
- Blue Light Card discount card eligibility
- Enhanced DBS funded by us
- Staff bonus – 100% occupancy and 3 years service additional £180 per month (TOB Applies)
About the role
White Trees Group, part of SureCare Residential Ltd, provides safe, supportive homes for young people facing complex challenges. We believe our work goes far beyond keeping young people safe; it’s about helping them grow, heal and build brighter futures. The therapeutic support we provide is always trauma‑informed, child‑centred and relationship‑focused. Real change happens through consistent care, thoughtful planning, therapeutic interventions and a committed team working together to make a lasting difference.
What You’ll Do:
- Support and encourage young people to reach their full potential.
- Create a warm, safe and tidy home environment that promotes wellbeing.
- Build trust while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Empower young people to develop skills such as cooking, travel, and self‑care.
- Support care planning – contribute to risk assessments, positive behaviour plans, and individual goals.
- Keep accurate, reflective records and complete effective shift handovers.
- Administer medication, manage petty cash responsibly and ensure safety checks are completed.
- Drive company vehicles to transport young people to school, appointments, and activities.
- Work collaboratively with your team, attend meetings and training, and follow safeguarding procedures at all times.
Personal Specification
You will be:
- Naturally caring, patient and empathetic
- Calm and grounded, even under pressure, with the ability to set clear, consistent boundaries
- A supportive team player who leads with empathy and kindness
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