Senior Residential Support Worker

Job description

Job Title: Residential Team Leader

Location: Bolton

Salary: Approx. £35,075 per annum including 11 sleep‐ins per month

Hourly Rate: £14.67 per hour

Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 40 hours per week

Employment Type: Permanent

Sleep‐ins: Approx. 11 sleeps per month paid at £30 per sleep‐in

Service: Children's Home

Service Users: Young people aged 8–18 with complex needs and behaviours

Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare preferred or willingness to work towards qualifications

Experience Required: Experience within an Ofsted Registered Children's Home preferred

Number of beds: Solo placement currently occupied

Our client's home provides a nurturing and supportive environment where children and young people feel safe, valued, respected, and encouraged to grow. The team are highly supportive of one another and work collaboratively to help each other develop confidence and skills.

The home currently supports one young person who has been in placement for 19 months and has built strong, positive relationships within the service. The focus is centred around emotional wellbeing, education, talents, and life skills development.

The staff team are trained in therapeutic parenting and are experienced in supporting children with complex needs and behaviours. A wide range of specialist training is provided to ensure staff can meet individual needs effectively.

Who we are looking for:Our client is looking for a warm, patient, and resilient Residential Team Leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people. You will be someone who can build positive relationships, provide emotional support, and create a safe and homely environment.

Responsibilities

Supporting young people with daily routines and activities

Encouraging education, independence, and personal development

Planning activities and experiences

Supporting with meal preparation and light housekeeping

Maintaining accurate records and safeguarding practices

Leading shifts and supporting the wider team

Who you will be working for: Large national care provider

Why this home & company

Supportive leadership team with strong operational support

Therapeutic parenting training provided

Clear opportunities for progression and career development

Collaborative and welcoming team environment

Strong focus on developing staff confidence and skills

ProgressionFully funded Level 3–5 qualifications with clear pathways for promotion into senior leadership roles.

Training / qualifications

Two-week fully funded induction

Therapeutic parenting training

Ongoing specialist training based on service user needs

Fully funded diplomas (Levels 3–5)

Benefits

Exclusive retailer discounts (ASDA, Tesco, M&S and more)

Dental and optical cashback scheme after two years

24/7 employee support helpline

Hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation

Supportive and well-designed working environment

CultureThe culture within the home is supportive, team-focused, and centred around achieving positive outcomes for children and young people through consistency, encouragement, and therapeutic care.

Sponsorship is not available.

Individuals with only CQC experience and / or who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.

How to applyIf you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's dedicated team, apply today.

For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact: job@sgscare.co.uk

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bolton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English