Do you have experience working in residential childcare settings, and are you looking for an exciting opportunity to put your leadership skills to use?
We are seeking a confident Senior Children’s Therapeutic Support Worker to join a dedicated team in providing stability and therapeutic care to children and young people.
This brand new inviting home will provide daily emotional support for up to 3 children and young people between the ages of 8 to 17. Whilst this is a new home, the company already has an existing home locally which has held a “Good” rating from Ofsted since it opened. The company has a strong focus on creating a calm, positive, and family-oriented environment. With an ex-social worker as the Director, the ethos and values are strongly focused on creating a welcoming family atmosphere where the children are safe and loved.
The team within this home uses therapeutic approaches, including PACE and Therapeutic Parenting, to build trust and support each child with empathy, curiosity, and understanding. There is also an in-house Therapeutic Life Story Practitioner to further support the children’s journeys to successful outcomes.
As a Senior Children’s Therapeutic Support Worker, you will lead by example, acting as a positive role model not only to the children in your care but also to your team. You will oversee daily tasks, support the smooth running of each shift, and guide staff in delivering best practice in line with company policies, Children’s Homes Regulations, and safeguarding standards. Due to the nature of the role, prior experience in a similar senior position is highly desirable.
Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 (Depending on experience, including sleep-ins)
Rota: 2 on 4 off (Including sleep-ins)
Benefits of a Senior Children’s Therapeutic Support Worker
- The chance to make a positive, lasting difference in the lives of children
- Working within a warm, welcoming, and homely environment
- Working within a company achieving “Good” Ofsted ratings
- A supportive company that encourages career development
- Thorough training on therapeutic methods of care (such as PACE)
- Overtime paid at time and a quarter
- Rewards for completing training (discounts on shopping, food, insurance, holidays)
- Monthly clinical support meetings with your team
- Team building days
- Meals provided on shift
- Casual dress code
Role of a Senior Children’s Therapeutic Support Worker
- Foster strong, trusting relationships with young people through positive engagement
- Lead by example as a positive role model, setting high standards for your team
- Delegate responsibilities effectively, providing direction and support to your team
- Contribute to the care plans and risk assessments, ensuring information stays up-to-date and maintained
- Facilitate key worker sessions that promote growth and development
- Ensure the home remains a safe, structured, therapeutic, and nurturing environment
- Liaise with families, teachers, social workers, therapists, and external professionals
- Support children in building independence through life skill development and positive daily routines
- Support and de-escalate any behaviours and understand the reasons for them
- Encourage and model a culture of respect, inclusion, and high-quality care
- Maintain a therapeutic and trauma-informed environment that supports each child’s well-being
- Ensure all documentation and record-keeping are thorough and accurate
Requirements of a Senior Children’s Therapeutic Support Worker
- Must hold a Level 3 or 4 Residential Childcare qualification
- Must be a driver with a full UK Driving License
- Ideally, have experience working at Senior level within a residential children’s home
- Have experience supporting children with social, emotional, and behavioural needs
- Be able to work a 2 on 4 off rota pattern (including sleep-ins)
If this role is of interest to you, please apply today!
Alternatively, for further information, please contact a member of the team:
Eleanor - 07939 396110
Charmaine - 07990 004996
Katy - 07884 866037
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £34,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- UK Driving Licence (required)
- Level 3 or 4 Residential Childcare qualification (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
