Senior Children's Residential Care Leader (SEMH)

Portman Recruitment; Rugby; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible rota arrangements

Seven weeks' annual leave

Paid training

High-street discounts

Employee referral bonus

Medical cash plan

Job summary

Portman Recruitment is looking for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker in Rugby to join a specialist team supporting young people with emotional and mental health needs. The role offers a base salary of £32,014–£36,568 per annum with potential earnings up to £41,808 through sleep-ins and attendance allowances.

The successful candidate will lead shifts, provide direct care, and ensure high standards of safeguarding while promoting positive relationships and emotional growth among young

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare is welcomed.
• Ability to manage challenging situations effectively.
• Flexibility to work weekends and sleep-in shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support day-to-day running of the home.
• Provide child-centred care and emotional support.
• Build trusting relationships with young people.
• Maintain accurate care records and safeguarding documentation.

Skills

Compassion

Emotional resilience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Relationship building

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Portman Recruitment is looking for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker in Rugby to join a specialist team supporting young people with emotional and mental health needs. The role offers a base salary of £32,014–£36,568 per annum with potential earnings up to £41,808 through sleep-ins and attendance allowances.

The successful candidate will lead shifts, provide direct care, and ensure high standards of safeguarding while promoting positive relationships and emotional growth among young