16 Best residential support worker Jobs in Ilford (October 2026)

Placement Compliance & Quality Monitoring Officer

We are seeking an experienced professional to provide independent oversight of support workers placed by the local authority to care for young and vulnerable children, including children with additional care needs. The role involves visiting placements, reviewing standards of care, and ensuring that council-placed workers meet required safeguarding and welfare standards. Requirements • Level 5 or higher qualification in Leadership and Management, such as a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Services, Residential Childcare pathway, or equivalent., • At least two years’ experience working directly with young and vulnerable children, including children with additional care needs., • Experience overseeing or reviewing the work of carers or support workers is desirable., • Strong understanding of safeguarding standards and local authority placement requirements., • Confident, independent-minded, and comfortable holding others accountable. What we offer • Competitive salary., • The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the quality of care received by vulnerable children.

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Headway Care

Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home (Redbridge) Full-Time & Part-Time | Day & Night Shifts Available About Us Headway Care is a Children’s Home dedicated to supporting some of the most vulnerable children in our society. It is nurturing and forward-thinking organisation. Our Children’s Home in Redbridge provides a safe, stable, and loving environment where every child can grow, heal, and thrive. The Role We’re looking for compassionate, resilient, and motivated individuals to join our team as Residential Support Workers. You’ll play a vital role in supporting children and young people with a range of needs including emotional and behavioural needs, learning needs, autism, and trauma-related experiences such as PTSD. We take a therapeutic approach in the care we provide each child. Working as part of a young, dynamic, and dedicated team, you’ll help create a home where love, respect, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do. What We’re Looking For • Experience working in a children’s residential setting or with vulnerable children and young people, • A genuine passion for making a positive difference in young lives, • Reliability, empathy, and a team-focused attitude, • A desire to grow and build a career within children’s social care. Shift Patterns available Day Shift: 8:00am – 8:00pm Night Shift: 8:00pm – 23:00pm Sleep in shifts: 23:00pm - 08:00am Waking night shifts: 23:00pm - 08:00am Please ensure you can commit to an available required shift pattern before applying. Why Join Headway Care? At Headway Care, you’ll be part of a supportive environment that values professional development and emotional well-being just as much as the quality of care we deliver. We believe in empowering our staff to grow alongside the children we support. If you’re someone who leads with empathy, values teamwork, and is ready to make a lasting difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of something truly meaningful.

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