Salary: £31,000 - £36,000 per annum (depending on experience) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday Contract type: Permanent Location: Hybrid work with one day per week office attendance in Putney, London, SW15 About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity supporting children and young people. We are proud of our long history of delivering fostering services, children's homes, and innovative leaving care support across the UK. We are deeply committed to improving outcomes for young people, particularly those who are unable to remain in their family or foster homes. Everything we do places young people at the heart of our work, helping them build positive life experiences and brighter futures. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including people from different cultures, backgrounds, ages, abilities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and those with caring responsibilities. About the Role Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will support accurate and timely transaction processing and help maintain effective financial controls. Key duties include: Process purchase invoices, staff expenses, monthly direct debit invoices and foster carer payments accurately and within deadlines. Maintain supplier details, resolve supplier queries, review aged creditors and prepare BACS payment runs for authorisation. Produce monthly sales invoices from contract and occupancy information, raise recharge invoices, and post and allocate receipts. Maintain accurate customer records, resolve queries and prepare monthly aged-debtor analysis. Review aged debt weekly and undertake appropriate credit control to keep debt within 30 days. Review weekly movement information, process rent invoices, issue tenant statements and work with home managers to manage arrears. Process Housing Benefit notifications, overpayments and refunds, and resolve rent and income-related queries. Post rent transactions and reconcile the rent bank account weekly and monthly. Administer cash-management activities, direct debits, standing orders and faster-payment requests in line with internal controls. Post and reconcile credit-card expenditure and complete monthly sales, rent and purchase ledger control-account reconciliations. Act as the first point of contact for purchase, sales and rent ledger queries, supporting and developing non-finance colleagues as required. Identify and mitigate potential fraud and financial risk, support finance-system and process improvements, and provide evidence and information for audit. About You Qualifications: AAT Level 3 or another equivalent qualification. Experience: At least two years' experience in a related role. Systems: Strong IT skills, including experience of accounting packages and intermediate Excel. Organisation: The ability to plan and organise work effectively to meet deadlines. Accuracy: A methodical approach and strong attention to detail. Problem solving: The ability to take ownership of work, investigate issues and develop practical solutions. Teamwork: A collaborative approach and commitment to contributing to positive team morale. Development: A commitment to continuous learning and a willingness to contribute ideas that improve processes. Communication: Professional written and verbal communication skills. Initiative: A proactive approach and the ability to work independently. Desirable: Working towards or having achieved AAT Level 4, experience in the social housing sector, and knowledge of Access Workspace or Access Dimensions. What We Offer Competitive salary : £31,000 - £36,000 per annum (depending on experience). A friendly working environment at a values-led charitable organisation. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. How to Apply To apply, please scroll down and complete our application form along with a supporting statement outlining how you meet the criteria listed in the Person Specification. Please note that applications without a supporting statement will not be considered. For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please check our website. Please note we review applications as they are received, so early application is encouraged. Safer Recruitment note: St Christopher's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to thorough screening, including DBS checks. Please note that it is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Salary: £31,000 - £36,000 per annum (depending on experience) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday Contract type: Permanent Location: Hybrid work with one day per week office attendance in Putney, London, SW15 About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity supporting children and young people. We are proud of our long history of delivering fostering services, children's homes, and innovative leaving care support across the UK. We are deeply committed to improving outcomes for young people, particularly those who are unable to remain in their family or foster homes. Everything we do places young people at the heart of our work, helping them build positive life experiences and brighter futures. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including people from different cultures, backgrounds, ages, abilities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and those with caring responsibilities. About the Role Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will support accurate and timely transaction processing and help maintain effective financial controls. Key duties include: Process purchase invoices, staff expenses, monthly direct debit invoices and foster carer payments accurately and within deadlines. Maintain supplier details, resolve supplier queries, review aged creditors and prepare BACS payment runs for authorisation. Produce monthly sales invoices from contract and occupancy information, raise recharge invoices, and post and allocate receipts. Maintain accurate customer records, resolve queries and prepare monthly aged-debtor analysis. Review aged debt weekly and undertake appropriate credit control to keep debt within 30 days. Review weekly movement information, process rent invoices, issue tenant statements and work with home managers to manage arrears. Process Housing Benefit notifications, overpayments and refunds, and resolve rent and income-related queries. Post rent transactions and reconcile the rent bank account weekly and monthly. Administer cash-management activities, direct debits, standing orders and faster-payment requests in line with internal controls. Post and reconcile credit-card expenditure and complete monthly sales, rent and purchase ledger control-account reconciliations. Act as the first point of contact for purchase, sales and rent ledger queries, supporting and developing non-finance colleagues as required. Identify and mitigate potential fraud and financial risk, support finance-system and process improvements, and provide evidence and information for audit. About You Qualifications: AAT Level 3 or another equivalent qualification. Experience: At least two years' experience in a related role. Systems: Strong IT skills, including experience of accounting packages and intermediate Excel. Organisation: The ability to plan and organise work effectively to meet deadlines. Accuracy: A methodical approach and strong attention to detail. Problem solving: The ability to take ownership of work, investigate issues and develop practical solutions. Teamwork: A collaborative approach and commitment to contributing to positive team morale. Development: A commitment to continuous learning and a willingness to contribute ideas that improve processes. Communication: Professional written and verbal communication skills. Initiative: A proactive approach and the ability to work independently. Desirable: Working towards or having achieved AAT Level 4, experience in the social housing sector, and knowledge of Access Workspace or Access Dimensions. What We Offer Competitive salary : £31,000 - £36,000 per annum (depending on experience). A friendly working environment at a values-led charitable organisation. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. How to Apply To apply, please scroll down and complete our application form along with a supporting statement outlining how you meet the criteria listed in the Person Specification. Please note that applications without a supporting statement will not be considered. For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please check our website. Please note we review applications as they are received, so early application is encouraged. Safer Recruitment note: St Christopher's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to thorough screening, including DBS checks. Please note that it is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.
Salary: Balham Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £29,635 & Ealing Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £27,929 Contract: Full time/ Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week (including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins) Day Shifts: work between 8 am and 10:30 pm Waking Night Shifts: work between 10 pm and 8 am Additional Benefits: £50 per sleep-in Time-and-a-half pay for overtime (over 40 hours per week) and bank holidays Two weekends off per month Locations: Ealing (W13) and Balham (SW12) Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional team and make a difference to young people living in residential care, where no two days are the same! About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity caring for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive and life-changing support experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. Our offering in underpinned by therapeutic expertise and young people in our care also benefit from extensive life-skills and participation opportunities as well and learning support regarding their education. We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities and gender-diverse identities. St Christopher's Academy At St Christopher's, we offer more than a job in social care- we offer a real career pathway. You'll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge, and make a lasting difference to young people's lives, as well as your own. When you join us, you'll receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role, or just explore your current role further, we'll support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more aboutSt Christopher's Academy, please clickhere Our development programme, St Christopher's Academy, is built to help you reach your full potential - and the results speak for themselves: 84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies, and Managers are promoted internally. About the Role As a Support Worker in a Children's Home, you will provide direct support and care for our young people, who have complex emotional and mental health difficulties (such as trauma and loss) and can struggle to regulate their emotions. Working within a therapeutic framework, you will develop a direct programme of work aimed at developing authentic relationships with our children and young people (aged between12 - 17 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our those in our care are safe, providing support, liaison with other external professionals and completion of support documents to record information. If applying for the Waking Night role, you will have the additional support of an on-call manager should there be any emergencies. Further to this, you will be involved in monthly team meetings and receive monthly one-to-one supervision with your manager. Applicants should have Minimum of 1 years' experience working and supporting Young People in residential, semi-independent, fostering settings or youth work centres, caring for Children and Young People with emotional behavioural difficulties, neurodivergent or SEND, etc. Willingness to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within 2 years as per Children's Homes Regulations 2015 (England) Genuine commitment to working with and supporting children and Young People to achieve their full potential; with the ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. An understanding of the issues facing children and Young People and a basic understanding of safeguarding Regulations and Procedures. The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour. Good communication and team working skills. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, and if applicable, sleep-in's. Commitment to undertake any mandatory training (outside of working hours) and continuous learning to ensure a high level of service. Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve their goals. What you should expect from us Competitive pay. 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services, Tailored career development plan through our"St Christopher's Academy". Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children's right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Recruitment Process At St Christopher's we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. CV's will not be accepted. Application Process Application:Complete our online form and include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Please note that applications without supporting statement will not be accepted. Interview:Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. Second Stage:Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. We advise applying as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Important note: This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act 'occupational requirement'. It is illegal to applyfor any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit aSelf-Declaration and Disclosureform which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. It is a requirement that practitioners working in Children Homes are qualified with the Diploma 3 in residential childcare within 2 years of starting in the job role. (Children Home Regulations England 2015). St Christopher's provide access and funding to undertake this qualification. Applicants who have Citizenship or Visa status restrictions that may preclude them from being able to meet the qualification requirement may be considered for other options such as fixed term contracts. Each applicant's situation will be assessed as part of the recruitment process.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Salary: Balham Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £29,635 & Ealing Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £27,929 Contract: Full time/ Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week (including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins) Day Shifts: work between 8 am and 10:30 pm Waking Night Shifts: work between 10 pm and 8 am Additional Benefits: £50 per sleep-in Time-and-a-half pay for overtime (over 40 hours per week) and bank holidays Two weekends off per month Locations: Ealing (W13) and Balham (SW12) Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional team and make a difference to young people living in residential care, where no two days are the same! About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity caring for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive and life-changing support experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. Our offering in underpinned by therapeutic expertise and young people in our care also benefit from extensive life-skills and participation opportunities as well and learning support regarding their education. We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities and gender-diverse identities. St Christopher's Academy At St Christopher's, we offer more than a job in social care- we offer a real career pathway. You'll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge, and make a lasting difference to young people's lives, as well as your own. When you join us, you'll receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role, or just explore your current role further, we'll support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more aboutSt Christopher's Academy, please clickhere Our development programme, St Christopher's Academy, is built to help you reach your full potential - and the results speak for themselves: 84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies, and Managers are promoted internally. About the Role As a Support Worker in a Children's Home, you will provide direct support and care for our young people, who have complex emotional and mental health difficulties (such as trauma and loss) and can struggle to regulate their emotions. Working within a therapeutic framework, you will develop a direct programme of work aimed at developing authentic relationships with our children and young people (aged between12 - 17 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our those in our care are safe, providing support, liaison with other external professionals and completion of support documents to record information. If applying for the Waking Night role, you will have the additional support of an on-call manager should there be any emergencies. Further to this, you will be involved in monthly team meetings and receive monthly one-to-one supervision with your manager. Applicants should have Minimum of 1 years' experience working and supporting Young People in residential, semi-independent, fostering settings or youth work centres, caring for Children and Young People with emotional behavioural difficulties, neurodivergent or SEND, etc. Willingness to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within 2 years as per Children's Homes Regulations 2015 (England) Genuine commitment to working with and supporting children and Young People to achieve their full potential; with the ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. An understanding of the issues facing children and Young People and a basic understanding of safeguarding Regulations and Procedures. The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour. Good communication and team working skills. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, and if applicable, sleep-in's. Commitment to undertake any mandatory training (outside of working hours) and continuous learning to ensure a high level of service. Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve their goals. What you should expect from us Competitive pay. 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services, Tailored career development plan through our"St Christopher's Academy". Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children's right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Recruitment Process At St Christopher's we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. CV's will not be accepted. Application Process Application:Complete our online form and include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Please note that applications without supporting statement will not be accepted. Interview:Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. Second Stage:Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. We advise applying as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Important note: This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act 'occupational requirement'. It is illegal to applyfor any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit aSelf-Declaration and Disclosureform which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. It is a requirement that practitioners working in Children Homes are qualified with the Diploma 3 in residential childcare within 2 years of starting in the job role. (Children Home Regulations England 2015). St Christopher's provide access and funding to undertake this qualification. Applicants who have Citizenship or Visa status restrictions that may preclude them from being able to meet the qualification requirement may be considered for other options such as fixed term contracts. Each applicant's situation will be assessed as part of the recruitment process.
Salary: £27,823 per annum - Day Support Worker (primary base: North Kensington or Lewisham) £30,119 per annum - Waking Night Support Worker (primary base: North Kensington only) Shifts: 40 hours per week on a shift rota, including weekends and bank holidays. Day Shifts: work between 8 am and 10:30 pm Waking Night Shifts: work between 10 pm and 8 am Contract: Full time/ Permanent Overtime: Paid at time and a half for hours worked beyond 40 hours per week and for bank holiday working. Locations: North Kensington, W10 / Lewisham, SE13 If you are passionate about helping young people, adaptable and if you are looking for a rewarding role offering professional development and career progression, we would love to hear from you. About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity caring for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive and life-changing support experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. Our offering in underpinned by therapeutic expertise and young people in our care also benefit from extensive life-skills and participation opportunities as well and learning support regarding their education. We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation and gender-diverse identities. St Christopher's Academy At St Christopher's, we offer more than a job in social care- we offer a real career pathway. You'll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge and make a lasting difference to young people's lives as well as your own. When you join us, you will receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role or just explore your current role further, we will support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more about St Christopher's Academy, please click here Our development programme, St Christopher's Academy is built to help you reach your full potential - and the results speak for themselves: 84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are promoted internally. About the Role As Support Worker in one of our Semi-Independent Homes, you will play a key role in helping young people aged 16-21 build independent and fulfilling lives. You will develop meaningful relationships with residents, ensuring their safety and wellbeing, offering guidance and maintaining accurate support records. You will also liaise with other professionals involved in their care. Support is always available - you will have the additional support of an on-call manager should there be any emergencies. You will be involved in monthly team meetings and receive monthly one-to-one supervision with your manager. As part of our commitment to a collaborative and supportive, resource sharing culture, successful candidates may be asked to work across different services from time to time (during their probationary period and throughout their employment). This will be discussed openly, supported appropriately and aligned with both organisational needs and individual development. Applicants should have At least one year's experience working with young people in a professional support role, such as children's homes, semi-independent or supported accommodation, youth work or a related setting, caring for Young People with complex or additional needs, which may include neurodiversity, mental health, sexual exploitation, criminal exploitation or risk-taking behaviours. Genuine commitment to working with and supporting children and Young People to achieve their full potential; with the ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. An understanding of the issues facing Young People and an understanding of safeguarding Regulations and Procedures. The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour. Good communication and team working skills. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. Commitment to undertake any mandatory training (outside of working hours) and continuous learning to ensure a high level of service. Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve their goals. What you should expect from us Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based pay increases. 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services; tailored career development plan through our "St Christopher's Academy". Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children's right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Recruitment Process At St Christopher's we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification - please see our website. CVs will not be accepted. Application Process: Application: Complete our online form and include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Applications without supporting statement will not be considered Interview: Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. Second Stage: Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. We advise applying as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please note: This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act 'occupational requirement'. It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. Applicants should ideally be registered with the DBS Update Service otherwise, DBS check will be completed by St Christopher's before employment begins.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Salary: £27,823 per annum - Day Support Worker (primary base: North Kensington or Lewisham) £30,119 per annum - Waking Night Support Worker (primary base: North Kensington only) Shifts: 40 hours per week on a shift rota, including weekends and bank holidays. Day Shifts: work between 8 am and 10:30 pm Waking Night Shifts: work between 10 pm and 8 am Contract: Full time/ Permanent Overtime: Paid at time and a half for hours worked beyond 40 hours per week and for bank holiday working. Locations: North Kensington, W10 / Lewisham, SE13 If you are passionate about helping young people, adaptable and if you are looking for a rewarding role offering professional development and career progression, we would love to hear from you. About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity caring for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive and life-changing support experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. Our offering in underpinned by therapeutic expertise and young people in our care also benefit from extensive life-skills and participation opportunities as well and learning support regarding their education. We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation and gender-diverse identities. St Christopher's Academy At St Christopher's, we offer more than a job in social care- we offer a real career pathway. You'll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge and make a lasting difference to young people's lives as well as your own. When you join us, you will receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role or just explore your current role further, we will support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more about St Christopher's Academy, please click here Our development programme, St Christopher's Academy is built to help you reach your full potential - and the results speak for themselves: 84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are promoted internally. About the Role As Support Worker in one of our Semi-Independent Homes, you will play a key role in helping young people aged 16-21 build independent and fulfilling lives. You will develop meaningful relationships with residents, ensuring their safety and wellbeing, offering guidance and maintaining accurate support records. You will also liaise with other professionals involved in their care. Support is always available - you will have the additional support of an on-call manager should there be any emergencies. You will be involved in monthly team meetings and receive monthly one-to-one supervision with your manager. As part of our commitment to a collaborative and supportive, resource sharing culture, successful candidates may be asked to work across different services from time to time (during their probationary period and throughout their employment). This will be discussed openly, supported appropriately and aligned with both organisational needs and individual development. Applicants should have At least one year's experience working with young people in a professional support role, such as children's homes, semi-independent or supported accommodation, youth work or a related setting, caring for Young People with complex or additional needs, which may include neurodiversity, mental health, sexual exploitation, criminal exploitation or risk-taking behaviours. Genuine commitment to working with and supporting children and Young People to achieve their full potential; with the ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. An understanding of the issues facing Young People and an understanding of safeguarding Regulations and Procedures. The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour. Good communication and team working skills. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. Commitment to undertake any mandatory training (outside of working hours) and continuous learning to ensure a high level of service. Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve their goals. What you should expect from us Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based pay increases. 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services; tailored career development plan through our "St Christopher's Academy". Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children's right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Recruitment Process At St Christopher's we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification - please see our website. CVs will not be accepted. Application Process: Application: Complete our online form and include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Applications without supporting statement will not be considered Interview: Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. Second Stage: Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. We advise applying as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please note: This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act 'occupational requirement'. It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. Applicants should ideally be registered with the DBS Update Service otherwise, DBS check will be completed by St Christopher's before employment begins.
Salary: £45,195 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with some shift work and on-call responsibilities Contract: Permanent, full-time Location: Lewisham, South East London About the Role We are looking for a resourceful, energetic and approachable individual who is confident in managing challenging situations and behaviours. You will play a key role in motivating and supporting young people to make positive choices, manage risks and develop their independence, while working collaboratively with a dedicated team of professional staff within a supported accommodation home in Lewisham. Key aspects of the job will be: To safeguard young people through effective management strategies, collaborative working with external agencies and emergency services, and full compliance with local authority safeguarding procedures. To provide regular supervision and support to staff, identifying training and development needs to ensure required performance and professional standards are met. To source and/or deliver appropriate training and coaching where required. To ensure housing management policies and procedures are effectively implemented, including maximising income, managing licences and ensuring fair, transparent and equitable referral processes. To ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained within the home through effective rota planning and, where necessary, the recruitment of locum staff. To ensure staffing requirements are met within agreed staffing budgets. About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to reach their full potential and have a bright and positive future. St Christopher's is a leading charity supporting children and young people. We are proud of our long history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving-care services across the UK. We have a passionate commitment to the young people we support, placing them at the heart of everything we do. We strive to provide safe, nurturing and positive life experiences for young people who are unable to remain in their parental or foster homes, helping them to build confidence, develop their independence and achieve their aspirations. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to developing an inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected and that they belong. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as people of all ages, abilities, religions and faiths, sexual orientations, genders, gender identities and those with caring or childcare responsibilities. St Christopher's Academy We have launched St Christopher's Academy to support the continuous learning, development and progression of our staff. We are committed to helping you build your career, map out your career journey and achieve your professional ambitions. Whether you are looking to develop new skills, gain qualifications or progress within St Christopher's, our Academy provides opportunities to support you at every stage of your career. To find out more about St Christopher's Academy, please visit our website. Applicants should have: At least three years' experience of providing leaving-care and/or housing support to single homeless people or other vulnerable client groups, including young people. At least one year's experience of effectively managing and supporting professional staff. A good understanding of safeguarding and the legal and regulatory framework relevant to the provision of residential and supported accommodation services for young people aged 16 and over. A thorough understanding of the issues that can lead to young people becoming homeless, including alcohol and drug dependency, mental health difficulties and other complex needs. Good knowledge of the welfare benefits system, together with an understanding of the range of statutory and voluntary agencies, resources and services available to support young people. A good understanding of health and safety requirements and procedures, with the ability to identify, assess and minimise risks. A strong commitment to supporting young people, with the ability to build positive and professional relationships with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and to manage challenging and conflict situations effectively. A vocational or management qualification at NVQ Level 4 or equivalent would be desirable. What you should expect from us: Competitive Salary £ 45,195 per annum. A friendly working environment at a values-led charitable organisation. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhancedmaternityand company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employeeassistanceprogramme, offering counselling, financialadviceand legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelightcard; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore andattainnew and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services. Recruitment Process At St Christopher's, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people in our care. As part of our recruitment process, you will be asked to complete an online application form. This ensures we collect the essential information required to meet legislative, best practice and safer recruitment requirements. Your online application must include a supporting statement that clearly addresses the criteria outlined in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please visit our website. Ideally, applicants will already be registered with the DBS Update Service. If you are not currently registered, St Christopher's will undertake the appropriate DBS (police) check before you start employment. For further information or support with the application process, please contact us via our website. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Recruitment note: Please note that it is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. St Christopher's Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes.
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Salary: £45,195 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with some shift work and on-call responsibilities Contract: Permanent, full-time Location: Lewisham, South East London About the Role We are looking for a resourceful, energetic and approachable individual who is confident in managing challenging situations and behaviours. You will play a key role in motivating and supporting young people to make positive choices, manage risks and develop their independence, while working collaboratively with a dedicated team of professional staff within a supported accommodation home in Lewisham. Key aspects of the job will be: To safeguard young people through effective management strategies, collaborative working with external agencies and emergency services, and full compliance with local authority safeguarding procedures. To provide regular supervision and support to staff, identifying training and development needs to ensure required performance and professional standards are met. To source and/or deliver appropriate training and coaching where required. To ensure housing management policies and procedures are effectively implemented, including maximising income, managing licences and ensuring fair, transparent and equitable referral processes. To ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained within the home through effective rota planning and, where necessary, the recruitment of locum staff. To ensure staffing requirements are met within agreed staffing budgets. About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to reach their full potential and have a bright and positive future. St Christopher's is a leading charity supporting children and young people. We are proud of our long history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving-care services across the UK. We have a passionate commitment to the young people we support, placing them at the heart of everything we do. We strive to provide safe, nurturing and positive life experiences for young people who are unable to remain in their parental or foster homes, helping them to build confidence, develop their independence and achieve their aspirations. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to developing an inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected and that they belong. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as people of all ages, abilities, religions and faiths, sexual orientations, genders, gender identities and those with caring or childcare responsibilities. St Christopher's Academy We have launched St Christopher's Academy to support the continuous learning, development and progression of our staff. We are committed to helping you build your career, map out your career journey and achieve your professional ambitions. Whether you are looking to develop new skills, gain qualifications or progress within St Christopher's, our Academy provides opportunities to support you at every stage of your career. To find out more about St Christopher's Academy, please visit our website. Applicants should have: At least three years' experience of providing leaving-care and/or housing support to single homeless people or other vulnerable client groups, including young people. At least one year's experience of effectively managing and supporting professional staff. A good understanding of safeguarding and the legal and regulatory framework relevant to the provision of residential and supported accommodation services for young people aged 16 and over. A thorough understanding of the issues that can lead to young people becoming homeless, including alcohol and drug dependency, mental health difficulties and other complex needs. Good knowledge of the welfare benefits system, together with an understanding of the range of statutory and voluntary agencies, resources and services available to support young people. A good understanding of health and safety requirements and procedures, with the ability to identify, assess and minimise risks. A strong commitment to supporting young people, with the ability to build positive and professional relationships with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and to manage challenging and conflict situations effectively. A vocational or management qualification at NVQ Level 4 or equivalent would be desirable. What you should expect from us: Competitive Salary £ 45,195 per annum. A friendly working environment at a values-led charitable organisation. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhancedmaternityand company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employeeassistanceprogramme, offering counselling, financialadviceand legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelightcard; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore andattainnew and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services. Recruitment Process At St Christopher's, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people in our care. As part of our recruitment process, you will be asked to complete an online application form. This ensures we collect the essential information required to meet legislative, best practice and safer recruitment requirements. Your online application must include a supporting statement that clearly addresses the criteria outlined in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please visit our website. Ideally, applicants will already be registered with the DBS Update Service. If you are not currently registered, St Christopher's will undertake the appropriate DBS (police) check before you start employment. For further information or support with the application process, please contact us via our website. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Recruitment note: Please note that it is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. St Christopher's Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes.
Salary: £45,195 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with some shift work and on-call responsibilities Contract: Permanent, full-time Location: West London, W10 About the Role We are looking for a resourceful, energetic and approachable individual who is confident in managing challenging situations and behaviours. You will play a key role in motivating and supporting young people to make positive choices, manage risks and develop their independence, while working collaboratively with a dedicated team of professional staff within a supported accommodation home in Lewisham. Key aspects of the job will be: To safeguard young people through effective management strategies, collaborative working with external agencies and emergency services, and full compliance with local authority safeguarding procedures. To provide regular supervision and support to staff, identifying training and development needs to ensure required performance and professional standards are met. To source and/or deliver appropriate training and coaching where required. To ensure housing management policies and procedures are effectively implemented, including maximising income, managing licences and ensuring fair, transparent and equitable referral processes. To ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained within the home through effective rota planning and, where necessary, the recruitment of locum staff. To ensure staffing requirements are met within agreed staffing budgets. About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to reach their full potential and have a bright and positive future. St Christopher's is a leading charity supporting children and young people. We are proud of our long history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving-care services across the UK. We have a passionate commitment to the young people we support, placing them at the heart of everything we do. We strive to provide safe, nurturing and positive life experiences for young people who are unable to remain in their parental or foster homes, helping them to build confidence, develop their independence and achieve their aspirations. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to developing an inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected and that they belong. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as people of all ages, abilities, religions and faiths, sexual orientations, genders, gender identities and those with caring or childcare responsibilities. St Christopher's Academy We have launched St Christopher's Academy to support the continuous learning, development and progression of our staff. We are committed to helping you build your career, map out your career journey and achieve your professional ambitions. Whether you are looking to develop new skills, gain qualifications or progress within St Christopher's, our Academy provides opportunities to support you at every stage of your career. To find out more about St Christopher's Academy, please visit our website. Applicants should have: At least three years' experience of providing leaving-care and/or housing support to single homeless people or other vulnerable client groups, including young people. At least one year's experience of effectively managing and supporting professional staff. A good understanding of safeguarding and the legal and regulatory framework relevant to the provision of residential and supported accommodation services for young people aged 16 and over. A thorough understanding of the issues that can lead to young people becoming homeless, including alcohol and drug dependency, mental health difficulties and other complex needs. Good knowledge of the welfare benefits system, together with an understanding of the range of statutory and voluntary agencies, resources and services available to support young people. A good understanding of health and safety requirements and procedures, with the ability to identify, assess and minimise risks. A strong commitment to supporting young people, with the ability to build positive and professional relationships with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and to manage challenging and conflict situations effectively. A vocational or management qualification at NVQ Level 4 or equivalent would be desirable. What you should expect from us: Competitive Salary £ 45,195 per annum. A friendly working environment at a values-led charitable organisation. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhancedmaternityand company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employeeassistanceprogramme, offering counselling, financialadviceand legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelightcard; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore andattainnew and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services. Recruitment Process At St Christopher's, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people in our care. As part of our recruitment process, you will be asked to complete an online application form. This ensures we collect the essential information required to meet legislative, best practice and safer recruitment requirements. Your online application must include a supporting statement that clearly addresses the criteria outlined in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please visit our website. Ideally, applicants will already be registered with the DBS Update Service. If you are not currently registered, St Christopher's will undertake the appropriate DBS (police) check before you start employment. For further information or support with the application process, please contact us via our website. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Recruitment note: Please note that it is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. St Christopher's Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes.
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Salary: £45,195 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with some shift work and on-call responsibilities Contract: Permanent, full-time Location: West London, W10 About the Role We are looking for a resourceful, energetic and approachable individual who is confident in managing challenging situations and behaviours. You will play a key role in motivating and supporting young people to make positive choices, manage risks and develop their independence, while working collaboratively with a dedicated team of professional staff within a supported accommodation home in Lewisham. Key aspects of the job will be: To safeguard young people through effective management strategies, collaborative working with external agencies and emergency services, and full compliance with local authority safeguarding procedures. To provide regular supervision and support to staff, identifying training and development needs to ensure required performance and professional standards are met. To source and/or deliver appropriate training and coaching where required. To ensure housing management policies and procedures are effectively implemented, including maximising income, managing licences and ensuring fair, transparent and equitable referral processes. To ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained within the home through effective rota planning and, where necessary, the recruitment of locum staff. To ensure staffing requirements are met within agreed staffing budgets. About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to reach their full potential and have a bright and positive future. St Christopher's is a leading charity supporting children and young people. We are proud of our long history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving-care services across the UK. We have a passionate commitment to the young people we support, placing them at the heart of everything we do. We strive to provide safe, nurturing and positive life experiences for young people who are unable to remain in their parental or foster homes, helping them to build confidence, develop their independence and achieve their aspirations. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to developing an inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected and that they belong. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as people of all ages, abilities, religions and faiths, sexual orientations, genders, gender identities and those with caring or childcare responsibilities. St Christopher's Academy We have launched St Christopher's Academy to support the continuous learning, development and progression of our staff. We are committed to helping you build your career, map out your career journey and achieve your professional ambitions. Whether you are looking to develop new skills, gain qualifications or progress within St Christopher's, our Academy provides opportunities to support you at every stage of your career. To find out more about St Christopher's Academy, please visit our website. Applicants should have: At least three years' experience of providing leaving-care and/or housing support to single homeless people or other vulnerable client groups, including young people. At least one year's experience of effectively managing and supporting professional staff. A good understanding of safeguarding and the legal and regulatory framework relevant to the provision of residential and supported accommodation services for young people aged 16 and over. A thorough understanding of the issues that can lead to young people becoming homeless, including alcohol and drug dependency, mental health difficulties and other complex needs. Good knowledge of the welfare benefits system, together with an understanding of the range of statutory and voluntary agencies, resources and services available to support young people. A good understanding of health and safety requirements and procedures, with the ability to identify, assess and minimise risks. A strong commitment to supporting young people, with the ability to build positive and professional relationships with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and to manage challenging and conflict situations effectively. A vocational or management qualification at NVQ Level 4 or equivalent would be desirable. What you should expect from us: Competitive Salary £ 45,195 per annum. A friendly working environment at a values-led charitable organisation. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhancedmaternityand company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employeeassistanceprogramme, offering counselling, financialadviceand legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelightcard; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore andattainnew and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services. Recruitment Process At St Christopher's, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people in our care. As part of our recruitment process, you will be asked to complete an online application form. This ensures we collect the essential information required to meet legislative, best practice and safer recruitment requirements. Your online application must include a supporting statement that clearly addresses the criteria outlined in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please visit our website. Ideally, applicants will already be registered with the DBS Update Service. If you are not currently registered, St Christopher's will undertake the appropriate DBS (police) check before you start employment. For further information or support with the application process, please contact us via our website. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Recruitment note: Please note that it is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. St Christopher's Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes.
