Senior Residential Support Practitioner

West Midlands (Multiple Locations Available)

Locations: Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Wednesbury, Cannock & Burton upon Trent

Competitive Salary + Sleep-In Payments + Training & Development

TL Recruitment Solutions are proud to be recruiting on behalf of an established and growing Children's Residential Care provider with homes across the Midlands.

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking experienced Senior Residential Support Practitioners to join their teams across multiple locations. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Residential Support Practitioner looking to join a supportive organisation that prioritises career development, staff wellbeing and positive outcomes for children and young people.

As a Senior Residential Support Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, whilst providing leadership and guidance to colleagues on shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the day-to-day operation of the home.
• Provide guidance, mentoring and support to Residential Support Workers.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing through a therapeutic approach.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.
• Support the implementation of care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies.
• Attend meetings and liaise with social workers, families and other professionals.
• Complete accurate records, reports and handovers.
• Support children and young people with daily routines, education, appointments and activities.
• Assist management in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

Requirements

To be considered for this Senior Residential Support Practitioner position, candidates should possess:

• Previous experience within Children's Residential Care.
• Experience supporting children and young people with EBD and/or SEMH needs.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or Level 2 with active progression towards Level 3.
• Experience leading shifts, mentoring colleagues or supporting junior staff.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and PACE approaches.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and sleep-ins.
• A full UK Driving Licence is preferred.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary package.
• Sleep-in payments.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Funded qualifications and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and experienced management team.
• Opportunities to progress into Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Registered Manager positions.
• Employee wellbeing support.

This Senior Residential Support Practitioner role would suit a dedicated childcare professional who is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people within a residential care setting.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must already hold the Right to Work in the UK and not require sponsorship now or in the future.