We’re recruiting for a small, specialist therapeutic children’s home in Chatham that supports just 8 children aged 5–10 with EBD and complex trauma backgrounds. This is a long-term placement home, where children typically stay 2–3 years, allowing staff to build genuine, meaningful relationships. This service runs one home only – no expansion plans, no corporate feel – just a consistent, child-centred environment where staff are truly invested in. About the Home * Trauma-informed, nurturing, and relationship-led care * Children transition to foster families around age 11–12 * In-house tutor for children not currently in education * Strong focus on enrichment, routine, and emotional safety Children enjoy: * Daily enrichment activities * Group therapeutic games every weekday evening * After-school clubs (dance, karate, extra classes) * Annual summer camping trip and regular outings (All community activities are fully risk-assessed and supervised The Role As a Residential Support Worker, you’ll: * Provide consistent, loving, and therapeutic care * Support emotional regulation, routines, and daily life * Build long-term attachments and act as a positive role model * Work closely with the therapeutic team and education support * Use a therapeutic parenting approach – this is a home where appropriate affection, comfort, and nurturing are encouraged Who They’re Looking For * Reliable, resilient, and emotionally intelligent individuals * Experience in residential care, schools, or family support is ideal (Family Practitioner or school-based experience is highly transferable) * Confident supporting children with trauma and challenging behaviours * Warm personality, calm under pressure, and genuinely child-focused * Passion for long-term impact rather than short-term placements * This is a role for someone who wants to really parent, not just supervise. Training, Development & Progression This service invests in you from day one: * Level 3 Children & Young People qualification fully funded * Enrolled onto Level 3 immediately if unqualified * NAPPI Level 3 (challenging behaviour) training provided * Further education, apprenticeships, and progression fully supported