F2L Investments Ltd
We’re Hiring: 2 Senior Residential Childcare Workers | Single Placement Therapeutic Home | Rated GOOD by Ofsted | Competitive Pay
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Company Description
At F2L Investments Ltd, we provide high-quality, trauma-informed residential care for children and young people who need a safe, nurturing environment to thrive. Our homes are designed as therapeutic spaces where healing can begin, confidence can be rebuilt, and future opportunities can be explored. We work as a dedicated team of professionals to offer stability, personalised support, and consistent care tailored to each child’s needs. Our mission, “Foundations for Life, Homes for Hope,” reflects our commitment to creating environments where young people can grow with safety, dignity, and purpose.
Role Description
This full-time, on-site role is based in a single placement therapeutic home in Leicester, supporting one child or young person with complex needs in a stable and structured environment. Senior Residential Childcare Workers will provide daily care, emotional support, and guidance, helping the young person develop life skills, resilience, and positive routines.
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- Planning and delivering engaging activities
- Maintaining accurate records
- Implementing care plans
- Working in line with trauma-informed and safeguarding practices
- Collaborating with external professionals
- Attending meetings
- Contributing to reports
- Supporting the home to maintain its GOOD Ofsted rating
- Acting as role models
- Providing leadership on shifts
- Mentoring colleagues
- Upholding a supportive, professional culture within the home
Qualifications
- Experience in residential childcare or similar settings, with a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding responsibilities.
- Ability to build trusting, professional relationships with children and young people, demonstrating empathy, patience, and consistent boundaries.
- Strong communication, report writing, and record-keeping skills, including the ability to work effectively with colleagues, families, and external agencies.
- Competence in planning and facilitating structured activities and routines that support emotional, social, and educational development.
- Resilience and emotional stability to manage challenging situations, including de-escalation, crisis support, and reflective practice.
- Leadership skills to oversee shifts, support team members, and contribute to maintaining high standards of care in line with Ofsted expectations.
- Relevant qualification in childcare or social care (e.g., Level 3 or above in Residential Childcare or equivalent), or willingness to work towards this.
- Basic IT skills and the ability to use digital systems for care planning, recording, and communication.
- Flexibility to work a rota including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins as required.
- Enhanced suitability checks (such as an enhanced DBS) and right to work in the UK.
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