Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader – Children's Residential Care
Nottingham (NG7)
Up to £39,000 per annum including sleep-ins
Full-Time | Permanent | 40 Hours Per Week
Sponsorship is not available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
About Elmdale Care
Elmdale Care provides therapeutic residential care for children and young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, and placement breakdowns. Our focus is on creating safe, stable, and nurturing homes where young people can thrive.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader to join our established children's home in Nottingham.
You will lead shifts, support and mentor colleagues, build positive relationships with young people, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic, and child-centred environment. Working closely with the management team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality care and positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading shifts and supporting the day-to-day operation of the home
- Building positive relationships with children and young people
- Supporting education, independence, and life skills development
- Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
- Completing key worker responsibilities and care records
- Supporting and mentoring Residential Support Workers
- Maintaining high safeguarding standards and professional boundaries
- Working collaboratively with families and professionals
What We're Looking For
- Experience within a children's residential care setting
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) [desirable]
- Experience leading shifts and supporting staff
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child-centred practice
- Positive, resilient, and professional approach
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Right to work in the UK
What We Offer
- Up to £39,000 per annum including sleep-ins
- £65 per sleep-in
- Overtime opportunities
- Fully funded induction and training
- Funded Level 5 qualification for suitable candidates
- Clear progression opportunities into management
- Pension scheme
- Health and wellbeing support
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Supportive leadership team
Apply Now
If you're passionate about helping children achieve positive outcomes and want to develop your career within a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and safer recruitment procedures.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £37,000.00-£39,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Application question(s):
- Earliest Start Date?
- Do you now, or will you at any point in the future, require sponsorship to work in the UK?
Yes
No
Please provide details if applicable
Experience:
- Working within children's Residential : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (NVQ) (preferred)
- Enhanced DBS (& on update service) (required)
Work Location: In person
