Lead Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home

Thendon Resourcing Limited; Stone; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Thendon Resourcing Limited is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker for a children's home in Staffordshire. You will support children aged 7 to 17, providing consistency, warmth and structure, and helping them develop trust, confidence and independence.

The role involves leading a close-knit team, supporting education, daily routines, and safeguarding. Sleep-ins, weekend and evening shifts are part of the pattern, with a focus on stable, nurturing environments and staff development within

Qualifications

• Patience, consistency and warmth in care.
• Ability to work in shift patterns, including weekends and evenings.
• Interest in growing within residential childcare.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children and young people.
• Create a safe, calm and nurturing home environment.
• Support education, routines and positive behaviours.
• Lead a team of Residential Support Workers with guidance.
• Prepare meals and support daily routines and activities.
• Promote social and recreational activities and trips.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Trustworthy

Calm under pressure

Flexible

Team player

Initiative

Growth mindset

Job description

Thendon Resourcing Limited is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker for a children's home in Staffordshire. You will support children aged 7 to 17, providing consistency, warmth and structure, and helping them develop trust, confidence and independence.

The role involves leading a close-knit team, supporting education, daily routines, and safeguarding. Sleep-ins, weekend and evening shifts are part of the pattern, with a focus on stable, nurturing environments and staff development within