Team Leader Children's Residential

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker – Manchester

Salary: Competitive | Location: Manchester | Contract: Temp to Perm (3–4 Months) | Hourly rate before transitioning to Salaried

About the Role

We are recruiting for experienced and passionate Senior Children's Residential Support Workers to join a children's residential home in Manchester on a temporary to permanent basis. The role is initially offered on a temporary contract of 3–4 months, with a view to transitioning into a permanent position for the right candidate.

In this senior role, you will play a key part in providing high-quality, trauma-informed care to young people, supporting their emotional, social, and developmental needs within a safe and nurturing environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

* Provide consistent, high-quality care and support to young people in a residential setting in line with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015

* Act as a positive role model and mentor to both young people and junior support workers

* Lead and support shifts in the absence of the Deputy Manager, ensuring the smooth running of the home

* Develop, implement, and review individual care plans, risk assessments, and placement plans in collaboration with the wider care team

* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, promoting their independence, self-esteem, and wellbeing

* Support young people with daily living activities including education, appointments, activities, and personal care where required

* Record and maintain accurate, contemporaneous case notes, incident reports, and other documentation to the required standard

* Attend and contribute to team meetings, supervisions, and multi-agency meetings including LAC reviews and EHCP meetings where appropriate

* Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people in line with local and national safeguarding procedures

* Support and mentor junior colleagues, sharing best practice and contributing to a positive team culture

Essential Requirements

* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) — this is a mandatory requirement and applications without this qualification cannot be considered

* Full UK driving licence

* Proven experience working in a children's residential care setting

* Sound knowledge of safeguarding legislation, Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and Ofsted standards

* Strong communication, recording, and report-writing skills

* Ability to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins as required

Important – Right to Work

All applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

What's on Offer

* Competitive hourly rate during the temporary period

* Clear pathway to permanent employment for the right candidate

* Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development

* The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people

If you hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, have a full UK driving licence, and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed