Senior Support Worker - Childrens Residential

Overview

CareTech Shrewsbury, England, United KingdomRole: Residential Team Leader - Children’s Residential - Complex Trauma ServicesLocation: Wem, Shrewsbury areaContract: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week)Closing Date: Wednesday 3 September 2025Responsibilities

Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulationsPlanning team rotas to support the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointmentsAssisting the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of PurposeCarrying out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy ManagerSupervising in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy ManagerWelcoming a diverse culture in the homeCreating a safe, family environment for the childrenWorking on a rota basis with days and sleep-ins; hours vary depending on the home you are based inRequirements

You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulationsDriving is essential due to locations of the homesYou must have at least six months’ experience in Children’s residential care and hold a relevant Level 3 qualificationBenefits

£2800 to £3600 sleep-in payments annually (based on 8-10 sleep-ins per month)224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 yearsMonthly rota with on-going shifts; 365-day year coverage including holidaysFully paid 10-day induction courseOvertime paid at x1.25Enhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian GroupProgression within the companyRefer a friend payment schemeEnrolled in a workplace pension scheme after three months of employmentWe are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable, able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices while proactively supporting colleagues in their development by leading by example. If you are calm in challenging situations, can offer advice, listen well, and show unconditional positive regard, we want to hear from ..... full job details .....