Senior Residential Care Practitioner – Youth Support Lead

Tudor Employment Agency Ltd; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Tudor Employment Agency Ltd in Burton-on-Trent is seeking a Residential Childcare Worker to provide high-quality care to children and young people in a residential home. You will help young people who may have experienced trauma, disruptions, or emotional difficulties, ensuring stability and support in daily routines.

All work aligns with Children’s Homes (England) Regulations and Ofsted expectations. You will lead on care planning during absences, participate in supervision, and pursue the

Qualifications

• Must be working towards or have completed Level 3 diploma in Children’s and Young People workforce.
• Current, clean UK driving licence.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in childcare or youth setting at RCP level.

Responsibilities

• Safeguarding young people through risk management and safe relationship-building.
• Providing nurturing, therapeutic care and supporting daily routines and transport to school, activities, appointments, and family contact.
• Encouraging participation in education, hobbies and completing homework.
• Maintaining a clean, safe home environment and managing domestic chore rotas.
• Working independently and within a professional team, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Completing reports, records and young people’s paperwork on time and to required standards.
• Participating in supervision, training and completing the Level 4 Diploma within set timelines.
• Acting as a Key Worker, leading on care planning and reviews.
• Carrying out supervision reviews with RCPs in line with company protocols.
• Carrying out additional tasks to support the smooth running of the home as requested by the Line Manager.
• Demonstrating empathy, emotional awareness and ability to build rapport.
• Resilience and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Adaptability to changing routines or situations.
• Team player committed to shared goals.
• Absorbing new information and applying it effectively.
• Active listening and awareness of non-verbal communication.
• Ability to work professionally in challenging circumstances.
• Maintain professional standards, knowledge and skills.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Team player

Resilience

Communication

Education

Level 3 diploma in Children’s and Young People workforce

Tools

UK driving licence

Job description

Tudor Employment Agency Ltd in Burton-on-Trent is seeking a Residential Childcare Worker to provide high-quality care to children and young people in a residential home. You will help young people who may have experienced trauma, disruptions, or emotional difficulties, ensuring stability and support in daily routines.

All work aligns with Children’s Homes (England) Regulations and Ofsted expectations. You will lead on care planning during absences, participate in supervision, and pursue the