Senior Residential Support Manager - Children's Home

Sgscare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A child-focused care organization in Winsford seeks a Team Leader for its Children's Residential Home. This role involves leading a small team, safeguarding children aged 7-17 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), and overseeing care planning. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and experience in a similar setting. Offering competitive pay of approximately £37,659 per year, along with comprehensive training and progression opportunities.

Benefits

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Health benefits & discounted gym memberships

Pension scheme

Monthly attendance bonus

Qualifications

• Experience as a Residential Support Worker or Senior RSW.
• Ability to lead shifts and role model best practice.
• Capable of coordinating care planning and behavior support.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and role model best practice in a small team.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare of children at all times.
• Mentor colleagues and support inductions/training.

Skills

Strong safeguarding awareness

Resilience

Child-focused approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent or working towards)

Job description

🌟 Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home (EBD)

📍 Location: Winsford, Cheshire
📄 Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | 2 on / 4 off with regular sleep‑ins

💖 Why Join Us?

Be part of a nurturing, child‑centred team making real impact in the lives of children and young people aged 7–17 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

We’re a small and stable organisation with just four homes – focused on quality over growth, where every member of staff is valued, heard, and supported.

💰 Pay & Hours – Transparent Breakdown

• Hourly Rate: £15.00
• Base Salary: £29,259 per year
• Sleep‑ins: 10 per month at £60 each (£7,200 per year)
• Attendance Bonus: £100/month (~£1,200 per year)
• Overtime Pay: 1.3x hourly rate (when available)
• On‑Target Earnings: ~£37,659/year (base + sleep‑ins + bonus)
• Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off with regular sleep‑ins

🏡 About the Home

• Type: 3‑bed Children’s Residential Home
• Young People: Aged 7–17 | EBD
• Approach: Therapeutic, consistent, and relationship‑based care in a structured and nurturing environment

🧭 What You’ll Do

• ✅ Lead shifts and role model best practice in a small, experienced team
• ✅ Ensure safeguarding and welfare of children at all times
• ✅ Oversee care planning, key working, and behaviour support
• ✅ Coordinate routines, activities, and outings that build confidence and independence
• ✅ Keep high‑quality records aligned with legislation and Ofsted standards
• ✅ Mentor colleagues and support inductions/training
• ✅ Liaise with families, social workers, and multi‑agency partners

🎓 What You’ll Bring

• ✅ Essential:
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent or working towards)
• Experience as a Residential Support Worker or Senior RSW
• 🛡 Strong safeguarding awareness, resilience, and a calm, child‑focused approach

⚠️ Note: Level 3 Health & Social Care is not an accepted equivalent for this role.

🚀 Growth & Benefits

• 📈 Progression: Internal promotions & structured development
• 🎓 Training: Dedicated training academy, full induction, and welcome programme
• 🌴 Leave: 5.6 weeks’ annual leave + extra days at 2 & 5 years’ service
• 💪 Wellbeing: Health benefits & discounted gym memberships
• 💷 Pension: Company auto‑enrolment pension scheme
• 🏆 Recognition: £100 monthly attendance bonus | Enhanced overtime pay (1.3x)

📩 Apply Now

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to grow your career in a stable, therapeutic setting, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Click “Apply” now
📧 Or email: [e-mail]
📞 Or call: 01423 393 019 for a confidential chat

🛑 Sponsorship is not available for this role.