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Senior Therapeutic Care Worker

United Kingdom, Malvern 36000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted March 01, 2026
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We are seeking an experienced and resilient Senior Therapeutic Care Worker to join a nurturing children's residential home supporting up to 5 girls aged 8-13 who have experienced traumatic early life events. This is a leadership role within the home. You will oversee shifts, guide staff practice and help create a safe, loving and therapeutic environment where children can feel secure, valued and able to thrive.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and oversee daily shifts, ensuring structure and consistency
  • Allocate tasks and provide clear handovers between teams
  • Support children with morning and evening routines
  • Complete reports, key work sessions and professional correspondence
  • Plan and coordinate after-school and weekend activities
  • Monitor health, wellbeing and safeguarding concerns
  • Ensure all recording is completed in line with regulatory standards
  • Support waking night staff during sleep-ins (14 sleep-ins over 6 weeks)
  • Work collaboratively with families, schools and external professionals
  • Put the child at the centre of every decision
  • Apply therapeutic principles consistently
  • Role model positive behaviour and high-quality childcare practice
  • Lead your team calmly and confidently, even in challenging situations
  • Support and mentor new staff
  • Contribute to staff supervisions and development
  • Manage petty cash appropriately
  • Contribute to reflective practice and continuous improvement
  • Lead confidently during weekends with on-call management support

Requirements

  • Experience in Residential Child Care (essential)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (preferred)
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and relevant legislation
  • Resilient, calm and able to maintain professional boundaries
  • Self-reflective and committed to development
  • Full UK manual driving licence (essential)
  • Ability to meet shift pattern including sleep-ins

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