Work With Us

We are looking for compassionate, resilient people who want to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people. No two days are the same, but every day matters.

WHY CARE COMES FIRST

A workplace built on the same values we care by

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Meaningful Work

Every shift you work directly shapes the stability and future of a young person who needs consistent, caring adults in their life.

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Career Progression

We invest in our people. From NVQ funding to senior leadership pathways, we are committed to growing talent from within.

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Safe Culture

We model the same safety and consistency for our staff that we provide for the young people in our care. Supervision and support are built in.

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Flexible Shifts

We offer a range of shift patterns including waking nights, sleep ins, and long days to suit your lifestyle and our young people's routines.

THE RIGHT FIT

Who we look for

You do not need years of experience to join us. What matters most is that you are the right kind of person. We train for skills but we hire for values.

Calm under pressure

You can hold steady when things are difficult and respond with patience rather than react with frustration.

Consistent and reliable

Young people in care need adults they can count on. Showing up, on time and fully present, is one of the most powerful things you can do.

Driven by purpose

You care about more than a job title. You want your work to mean something and you understand why that matters here.

Committed to safeguarding

You take the safety and welfare of young people seriously and understandthat this underpins everything we do.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Enhanced DBS check required
Full induction and shadow shifts
Mandatory safeguarding training
Regular supervision sessions
Support toward NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
On-call support from senior staff at all times

"The best care workers I have known are not those with the most qualifications. Theyare the ones who truly see the young person in front of them."

Founder, Care Comes First
WHY CARE COMES FIRST

Current Vacancies

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references.

Leadership
Full time
London

Registered Children's Manager

Hold the Ofsted registered manager position for our residential home, ensuring full regulatory compliance, staff leadership, and the highest standards of care for young people. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equival entrequired.

Leadership
Full time
London

Deputy Manager Support Worker

Support the Registered Manager in the day to day running of the home, deputising in their absence and providing strong operational leadership across the staff team. Experience in residential childcare and a relevant Level 3 qualification required.

Senior
Full time
London

Children's Residential Team Leader

Lead and supervise a team of support workers on shift, acting as the responsible person in the home and supporting the development of junior staff. A strong track record in residential childcare and confident decision making under pressure are essential.

Senior
Full time
London

Senior Support Worker

Lead shifts and support junior staff while maintaining key worker relationships with young people. Previous experience in residential childcare required.

Support Worker
Full time
London

Registered Children's Manager

Provide day-to-day care and support to young people aged 8 to 15 with emotional and behavioural difficulties in a residential setting. Waking nights and long day shifts available.

Support Worker
Full time
London

Waking Night Support Worker

Overnight supervision and support for young people in a residential home. Ensuring a calm, safe environment through the night. Full training provided.

Do not see a role that fits?

Overnight supervision and support for young people in a residential home. Ensuring a calm, safe environment through the night. Full training provided.