Job Description

We're looking for an experienced Residential Children's Worker, to join one of our Ofsted-registered Therapeutic Children's Homes in Crewe as an inspiring

Team Leader

.


At

Homes for Support

, you'll be part of a growing team that provides nurturing, trauma-informed care to children and young people aged 5-18 with emotional and behavioural needs.


As a key member of our team, you'll guide and support your shift team while creating safe, structured environments where children can thrive.

What makes this role exciting?

You'll

lead daily practice

and guide a team delivering outstanding care You'll work closely with the Home Manager, building skills to step up in their absence You'll be part of a

passionate team

supported by the nearby Head Office & Training Centre You'll develop professionally with access to

continuous training and leadership pathways

What you'll be doing:

Providing warm, consistent care in line with safeguarding & therapeutic practices

Supporting education, routines, and emotional development

Promoting life skills - cooking, budgeting, independence

Leading shifts, supervising colleagues, and role modelling best practice

? Supporting home operations - logs, reports, and regulatory compliance

Working closely with families, social workers, and external partners

What you'll bring:

A

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or Health and Social Care Level 3 or equivalent)

Previous experience in residential childcare Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills Confidence in managing challenging situations and supporting complex needs A real commitment to child-centred, therapeutic care

What you'll get in return:

Monetary Bonus for joining our team with a Diploma Level 3 or equivalent qualification


Salary up to

33,108

(incl. 10 shifts + 10 sleep-ins/month)


?

Free meals during shifts

Access to a company pool car


? Discounts on gyms, retail & leisure

Private medical & dental insurance + cash-back scheme

Bonus schemes, monthly rewards & staff events


Compassionate Pay, Sick Pay & Wellbeing Programme


Shift Pattern:

2 days on, 4 days off

(10 shifts/10 sleep-ins per month)

Includes

14 days' annual leave

per year under the pattern.

Ready to take the next step in your childcare career?

Apply now or share with someone who'd be perfect!