Senior Residential Leader – Therapeutic Children's Home

Purosearch Ltd.; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in payments

Annual pay reviews

Career development

Pension scheme

Free DBS and Update Service

Birthday day off

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker for a brand-new therapeutic children’s home in Wolverhampton (WV10). You will lead day-to-day care, mentor junior staff, and ensure high standards of safety and nurture for children and young people.

You will contribute to the home’s therapeutic approaches, safeguarding, and wellbeing, with a fixed shift pattern and sleep-in responsibilities. Career progression and training are available.

Qualifications

• Residential care experience
• Level 3 qualification in Children & Young People or Health & Social Care
• Full UK driving licence
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children and young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, safe and nurturing care to children and young people
• Take a senior role in day-to-day running of the home
• Lead by example and support Residential Support Workers in delivering high standards of care
• Mentor, guide and support colleagues to develop their skills and confidence
• Build positive, trusting and professional relationships with young people
• Support delivery of therapeutic, child-centred care
• Follow individual care plans, safeguarding procedures and agreed therapeutic approaches
• Support young people with emotional wellbeing and development
• Respond to challenging situations and support positive behaviour
• Help maintain a stable, homely environment
• Contribute to smooth running of the home and daily routines
• Support safeguarding, records and professional practice
• Participate in fixed shift pattern and sleep-in requirements
• Complete required training and engage in professional development
• Foster a positive, reflective team culture
• Help shape the future of the brand-new therapeutic home

Education

Level 3 in Children & Young People or Health & Social Care

Tools

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Purosearch Ltd. is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker for a brand-new therapeutic children’s home in Wolverhampton (WV10). You will lead day-to-day care, mentor junior staff, and ensure high standards of safety and nurture for children and young people.

You will contribute to the home’s therapeutic approaches, safeguarding, and wellbeing, with a fixed shift pattern and sleep-in responsibilities. Career progression and training are available.