Senior Residential Child Care Worker – Red Gables (Short Breaks Children’s Home) – 2 Posts
Grade 7: £37280 - £40770 per annum, plus 10% alternating shift allowance
Working Pattern: Full-time, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins. Home closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Location: Red Gables Short Breaks Children’s Home
Closing Date: 25 March 2026
Interview Date: week commencing 7 April 2026
Together for Children Sunderland is an Ofsted-rated Outstanding Children’s Service, and we’re proud to be launching Red Gables, our brand new short breaks children’s home for children with disabilities. Red Gables will provide high quality, trauma‑informed respite care for children with autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and life‑limiting conditions.
About the role
You’ll act as shift leader and play a key role in ensuring children receive safe, nurturing, personalised care. You will:
* Lead and support carers on duty, modelling high‑quality trauma‑informed practice
* Build strong relationships with children and help them thrive
* Supervise and support staff, promoting reflective and restorative practice
* Ensure care plans and risk assessments are implemented and progressed
* Contribute to quality assurance, audits, and compliance with Ofsted and Children’s Homes Regulations
* Work closely with families and professionals, ensuring every child’s voice is central
This role is vital in helping shape a brand‑new service and building a culture where children and staff feel safe, valued, and supported.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We will also carry out an online internet search for information that is publicly available online that might suggest that you are not fit to work with children or young people.
Due to recent changes in UKVI rules, this role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under the updated eligibility requirements effective 22 July 2025.
We want you to apply if you:
* Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or are willing to complete this)
* Have experience supporting children with disabilities in a residential setting
* Are confident leading shifts and supporting staff
* Understand safeguarding, trauma‑informed practice, and care planning
* Are resilient, organised, and passionate about improving outcomes for children
For an informal discussion, please contact Sharon Willis, Head of Residential and Care Experienced Service - email: sharon.willis@togetherforchildren.org.uk
Why work with us?
Make a difference: Your work will transform lives.
Inclusion: Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture.
Work‑Life Balance: Flexible working and wellbeing support.
Professional Development: Strong induction, supervision, and career pathways.
Rewards: Attractive salary, benefits and rewards package.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who meet essential criteria and identify as disabled, care experienced, or a veteran.
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