Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader – Children's Residential Care (EBD & Learning Disabilities)
- Location: LE11, Loughborough
- Salary: £31,200 + £65 per sleep-in
- Expected Earnings: Up to £39,000 per year
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Expected Start Date: 27th July 2026
- Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Join Elmdale Care's Third Children's Home
Elmdale Care is opening a brand-new 3-bed therapeutic children's home in Loughborough and we're looking for an experienced Team Leader to help build something special from day one.
Supporting children and young people with EBD, Learning Disabilities, Autism, trauma, and complex needs, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and positive home environment.
As part of an established and growing provider, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that genuinely invests in its people and promotes from within.
Why Join Us?
✅ Join Elmdale Care's third children's home
✅ Help shape a brand-new service from the beginning
✅ Structured group induction and training before the home opens
✅ Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
✅ Clear progression into Deputy Manager and Registered Manager roles
✅ Small 3-bed home focused on relationship-based care
✅ Supportive and experienced leadership team
Your Role
As Team Leader you will:
- Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home
- Mentor and support Residential Care Workers
- Build positive, therapeutic relationships with young people
- Undertake Key Worker responsibilities
- Support children with their emotional, social, behavioural and educational development
- Promote safeguarding and positive behaviour support
- Complete care planning, recording and risk assessments
- Work closely with families and professionals to achieve positive outcomes
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Minimum 1 years' experience in children's residential care
- Experience leading shifts or supporting staff
- Strong safeguarding knowledge
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Right to work in the UK
Desirable
- Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Level 4 qualification or working towards
- Experience supporting children with EBD, Learning Disabilities or Autism
- Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
- Full UK Driving Licence
What We Offer
- £31,200 basic salary + £65 per sleep-in
- Expected earnings up to £39,000 per year
- Overtime opportunities
- Fully funded training and qualifications (Including Level 5 Diploma)
- Pension scheme
- Retail Discounts
- Wellbeing support
- Career progression opportunities
Opening a New Home Together
Successful candidates will take part in a structured onboarding programme before the home opens, including mandatory training, therapeutic practice training, team-building activities, and opportunities to help shape the culture and expectations of the service.
This is a unique opportunity to join the team before children move in and help build a positive, stable, and successful home from the very beginning.
Reference ID: Team Leader/SRCW
Elmdale Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and safer recruitment procedures.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£39,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have the legal right to work in the UK, or will you require visa sponsorship?
Experience:
- Working within children's Residential : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (NVQ) (preferred)
- DBS (& on update service) (required)
Work Location: In person
