Job Title: Leeds, LS12/LS13
Salary: £35,000
Working Hours: Rolling 3 week rota, working 24.5hours per shift 09:30 am until 10:00am the next day, overtime maybe available in other homes in Leeds and Bradford.
Service: Children's Home
Service Users: Young People (YPs) with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Trauma, Neglect, Child SexualExploitation (CSE), and Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE)
Home: Solo Home
Qualifications Required:
Level 3 Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent (Essential) or 50% complete
Level 5 Leadership and Management (Desirable)
Experience in Years Required:
Experience working with challenging children in a residential setting (Essential)
Employment Type: Permanent
The Home:
Location: Leeds, LS12/LS13
Type of YPs: EBD, Trauma, Neglect, CSE, CCE
Ofsted Rating: Good
Ratio of staff to children: 1:1 or 2:1
Who We Are Looking For…
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Care Worker who is committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. The ideal candidate will have:
A strong understanding of safeguarding and care planning
Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
The ability to lead shifts and provide guidance to staff
Flexibility to work a rolling rota, including sleep-ins
Who You Will Be Working For…
A well-established residential care provider
Growing organisation with plans for expansion
A team that prioritises high-quality care and development
Why This Home & Company?
Progression Opportunities – Grow into a leadership role
Qualification Support – Training and career development available
Benefits – Competitive salary, supportive team, and structured rota
Ethos – Child-focused, trauma-informed approach
Culture – Inclusive, professional, and team-driven
Additional Requirements:
Driving licence and access to a vehicle (Desirable)
Willingness to complete sleep-in shifts (Essential)
Must be over 21 (Genuine Occupational Requirement – Equality Act 2010)
Basic IT skills (Essential)
Sponsorship is not available
Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and would like to join a professional and dedicated team, we encourage you to apply today.
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