Support Worker

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Team Leader/Senior Support Worker– Children’s Residential Care

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Team Leader to join a well-established provider of children’s residential care, supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

This is a key role within the home, working closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy to lead a team, maintain high standards, and create a safe, stable environment where young people can thrive.

The Role

As Team Leader, you will:

* Lead and support a team of Residential Support Workers on shift

* Deliver high-quality, child-centred care

* Support young people with daily routines, education, and life skills

* Build strong, trusting relationships with children and young people

* Promote a positive, nurturing and structured home environment

Safeguarding & Compliance

* Maintain strong safeguarding practice at all times

* Ensure care plans, risk assessments and behaviour strategies are followed

* Support staff with de-escalation and behaviour management

* Complete accurate records and contribute to care planning

Leadership Responsibilities

* Provide guidance, supervision and day-to-day leadership to staff

* Support with rotas, training, and staff development

* Assist with recruitment and onboarding

* Act as a role model for best practice

✅ What We’re Looking For

* Experience working in a children’s residential setting

* Previous experience as a Senior or Team Leader (or ready to step up)

* Strong understanding of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements

* Working towards Level 3 in Children & Young People

If you are looking for your next step in children’s residential care and want to join a service that values quality, consistency, and positive outcomes, apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion
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Location:
Worcester
Salary:
£15 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Social Care

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