Job Description
Senior Residential Support Worker - Children & Young People\n\nLeeds | Permanent\n£30,151 - £32,020 | Total average earnings incl. Secure Allowance: £36,561 - £38,605\nShift work incl. weekends and bank holidays\n\nAre you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable young people?\n We're looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker who's not only experienced and resilient but also passionate about helping children and young people turn their lives around.\n\nAt our Secure Children's Home in Leeds, you'll take a lead role in guiding a dedicated care team, supporting 10 to 18-year-olds with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
Whether placed with us for their own safety or due to court proceedings, each young person deserves the chance to heal, grow, and thrive - and that journey starts with people like you.\n\nWhat You'll Be Doing\n\nAs a Senior Practitioner, you'll be more than a support worker - you'll be a mentor, coach, and positive role model. You'll:\n\nLead and support a team of care practitioners to deliver safe, trauma-informed care\n\nHelp shape young lives through restorative practice and daily engagement\n\nWork alongside the Team Manager to ensure operational excellence and best practice\n\nManage staff performance, recruitment, and professional development\n\nPromote emotional well-being, education, and independence among our young people\n\nOversee key working and risk management to protect and empower those in our care\n\nCreate engaging activities and meaningful daily experiences for young people\n\nWho We're Looking For\n\nWe want people who genuinely care and aren't afraid of a challenge. You'll need to be:\n\nEmpathetic and resilient, with a natural ability to connect with young people\n\nA confident leader, ready to supervise staff and drive positive change\n\nSelf-aware and reflective, able to recognise your impact on others\n\nAdaptable, with the flexibility to work varied shifts including nights and weekends\n\nEssential experience & skills:\n\nPrevious experience in a residential childcare setting\n\nAbility to support young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs\n\nSupervisory experience and a passion for mentoring others\n\nLevel 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or willingness to complete - we'll fund it!)\n\nUnderstanding of child development, safeguarding, and trauma-informed care\n\nStrong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills\n\nWhat We Offer You\n\nCompetitive salary + secure allowance & enhancements for sleep-ins/weekends\n\nGenerous annual leave + bank holidays\n\nFully funded qualifications and training\n\nClear career progression into senior roles and management\n\nOngoing personal and professional development\n\nThe chance to make a real difference, every single day\n\nOur mission?\n To help young people develop the attitudes, skills, and emotional resilience they need to lead safe, fulfilling lives - free from harm, exploitation, and offending.\n\nAre you ready to be part of that mission?
Apply now and be the change a young person needs.\n\nApply today and help shape a brighter future.\n\n#LCC17