About the jobSenior Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home (EBD & Complex Needs)Location: West Leeds, Yorkshire (LS13)Salary: £15.50 per hour + approx 10 sleep ins per month at £50 / night (c. £35k pa total)Position Type: Full Time (36 hrs per week, 24-hour support required, 15.5-hour shifts + sleep in, 1 on 2 off rota)Provision: Residential Children’s Home Specialism: Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) & Complex Mental HealthCapacity: Up to 3 children/young people (8-17yrs old)About UsWe are establishing a new 3-bedded children’s home supporting young people (8–17yrs) with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and complex needs. Our leadership team - RI, RM, DM have over 40 years of senior and managerial experience within outstanding and good-rated provisions, and our aim is to build a strong, supportive culture where staff feel valued, trusted, and developed.We're looking for proactive and compassionate professionals who want to make a lasting difference in young people’s lives, in a supportive, growth focused environment for the children and the team. If this sounds like an environment that appeals to you, you’ll find a home here.The RoleAs a Senior Residential Support Worker, you’ll:· Lead shifts and support staff to provide consistent, high-quality care.· Act as a key worker, building strong, trusting relationships with young people.· Promote emotional stability through trauma-informed and PACE-based practice.· Support education, health, social skills and independence goals that prepare young people for their future.· Maintain safeguarding, recording, and compliance standards in line with Ofsted’s Quality Standards.· Mentor junior staff and contribute to the home’s development under guidance from the Deputy and Registered Manager.What We’re Looking For· Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), essential.· Minimum 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential or EBD setting.· Strong understanding of safeguarding, attachment, and trauma-informed care and use of the PACE framework.· Confident, calm shift leader able to inspire and support others.· Commitment to continuous personal and professional growth.Why Join Us· To be part of team that helps to bring the best out of children who have EBD and complex needs· A supportive, growth-focused environment that invests in your development.· Hands-on leadership from an experienced RI, RM and DM.· Opportunities for training, promotion, and progression within a growing organisation.· The chance to help shape a home where both children and staff can thrive.If you’re ready to play a key role in a small, values-driven team that puts children and people first, we’d love to hear from you.Apply today and help us create a home where every young person feels safe, seen, and supported.
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Senior Residential Support Worker Children\'s Home