Senior Residential Child Care Worker
Grade/Salary: Grade 7 (SCP 26–30) £37,280 – £40,777 per annum plus 10% alternating shift allowance and sleep ins (payable at £43.12 per sleep in).
Working Pattern: Full‑time, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep‑ins as required.
Location: White House Children's Home
Closing date: 19th April 2026
Interview Date: w/c 11th May 2026
The White House is a bespoke care home located on the boundary between Sunderland and South Tyneside. It has been created to provide a safe, nurturing environment for four children aged 11–17 who have complex needs arising from emotional and mental health difficulties and trauma. This unique service will care for:
* Two children from Sunderland
* Two children from South Tyneside
Our goal is simple yet powerful: to help children heal, grow, and reconnect with the people and places that matter most to them.
What Makes Us Different?
* Integrated Support: We aim to create innovative partnerships to work alongside our care team to deliver personalised therapeutic support for children and their families.
* Community Connection: We aim to support children to return to their families and networks, ensuring they remain connected to their local communities.
* Bespoke Care: Every child’s journey is unique. We provide tailored care plans that respect individuality and promote resilience.
Qualifications & Experience
* Well‑trained and enthusiastic
* Compassionate and resilient
* Committed to making a real difference
* Experienced in residential childcare or working with children with high and complex needs
* Able to lead a team confidently and model excellent practice
* Calm, resilient, and skilled at managing challenging situations
* Passionate about trauma‑informed, child‑centred care
* Highly organised with strong communication skills
* Committed to safeguarding and professional development
Key Responsibilities
* Act as shift leader, providing clear direction and support to carers.
* Supervise and appraise designated staff, promoting reflective practice and continuous development.
* Represent the home in the absence of the Registered or Deputy Manager.
* Support staff wellbeing and resilience, recognising the emotional demands of the role.
* Ensure smooth running of shifts, including planning rotas, activities, transport, and appointments.
* Agree and implement behaviour management strategies that promote safety, consistency, and emotional wellbeing.
* Liaise effectively with social workers, families, and other professionals to ensure joined‑up care.
* Be alert to signs of distress or abuse and act in accordance with safeguarding procedures.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Contact Iain Kirkup for an informal discussion at iain.kirkup@togetherforchildren.org.uk.
Why work with us?
* Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding.
* Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
* Work‑Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part‑time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work arrangements.
* Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support, and supportive environment.
* Be part of a happier, healthier workforce: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
* Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: Additional information available via Our Benefits and rewards link and About Us.
We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races, and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our EDI Lead at EDI@togetherforchildren.org.uk or peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk so we can discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked‑after young person, are care experienced, or are a veteran.
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