Team Lead / Senior Residential Support Worker

Job description

Pro Social Partners is the appointed recruitment partner for North Star Children's Homes. We specialise exclusively in permanent social care and children's residential appointments across the UK.

About North Star Children's Homes

North Star runs four small, therapeutic children's homes across Surrey and Berkshire, supporting young people with EBD, CSE, CCE and mental health needs. Tanglewood and Virginia House operate with Team Leads. Ascot and our fourth home operate with Senior RSWs. Both roles share the same level of responsibility and pay.

The role

You will be the senior practitioner on shift, mentoring the RSW team, leading on day to day care planning, supporting the Deputy Manager, and acting as a key point of stability for the young people. You will model trauma informed practice, lead handovers, and own keyworker responsibilities.

You will need (essential)

• Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People (must hold)
• Either 3 years experience working with children in residential care, OR 1 year in a Senior RSW or Team Lead role
• A track record of leading shifts and supervising junior staff
• Strong safeguarding and risk management instincts
• Right to work in the UK

Hours, shifts and holiday

• 40 hours per week, 240 hours holiday per year
• Mixed shifts: 07:30 to 22:00, 07:30 to 14:30, 14:00 to 22:00
• Averaging 1 weekend off in 3

Benefits

• £60 per sleep-in
• Genuine progression route into Deputy Manager
• Funded Level 5 support if you want to step up
• Reflective practice, clinical input and a backing leadership team

How to apply

Apply via Reed with your CV. All applications are handled in confidence by Pro Social Partners. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5 working days by Conor Clarke

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Surrey

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£17.00 Per Hour

Published at

22-06-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

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