Senior Therapeutic Support Worker
| Posting date: | 29 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,600 to £34,560 per year |
| Additional salary information: | This salary calculation is inclusive of sleep-in payments |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Location: | Telford, Shropshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ubuntu Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BRAESTSW1 |
Summary
Ubuntu – I am because you are
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children? Do you thrive in a supportive, values-led environment where your contribution truly matters? If so, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
At Ubuntu Group, we believe in the power of human connection and the impact it can have on a child’s life. We provide high-quality, therapeutic care to children who need safety, understanding, and a sense of belonging. We are recruiting for our children’s home in Seisdon, Wolverhampton, a nurturing environment where three children live and feel valued, supported, and able to grow with confidence and hope.
Our Values guide everything we do:
Professionalism in our practice judgements, attitudes, and behaviour
Respect towards others, ensuring a safe, trusting, and supportive environment
Integrity demonstrating honesty and openness
Passion and commitment to engage children in learning experiences
Kindness to be friendly, generous, and considerate
Excellence in the pursuit of quality of life and better outcomes for children
Dreaming Big and believing in positive change
Reflective practice and continuous learning in everything we do
Role Overview
The Senior Therapeutic Support Worker plays a key role in delivering trauma-informed, child-centred care to children with complex emotional and behavioural needs. Grounded in the Ubuntu philosophy — “I am because we are” — the role combines direct care with leadership, mentoring, and modelling best practice within a therapeutic home.
Shift Pattern
2 days on, 4 days off rolling rota, including sleep-ins. Shifts may include weekends and bank holidays.
Key Benefits
£250 annual retention bonus and £200 attendance bonus
Paid incentives for working Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
Generous overtime rates
Birthday day off (or a day of your choice)
NEST pension scheme
CPD opportunities in therapeutic childcare
Refer a Friend bonus (£500)
Blue Light Discount access
Free DBS check and update service paid for by us
Free annual flu vaccination and eye test
“I am because you are” staff recognition award
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, safe, and nurturing therapeutic care, acting as a positive
role model
- Create a warm, therapeutic home where children feel heard, respected, and
valued
- Champion PACE and other therapeutic approaches
- Make child-centred decisions and confidently challenge poor practice
- Remain vigilant to safeguarding concerns and promote children’s safety and
wellbeing
- Represent Ubuntu Group professionally at multi-agency meetings
We Want You!
• You will be compassionate, reflective, and committed to making a genuine
difference.
• Be passionate about supporting children with complex needs
• Work in a trauma-informed, child-centred way
• Build strong, trusting relationships
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively
• Remain calm, resilient, and emotionally attuned
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Education & Experience
- Minimum one year’s experience working with children or young people
- Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Full UK Driving Licence
Safeguarding
Ubuntu Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check with barred list, satisfactory references, and comprehensive safeguarding checks.
Induction Process
All applicants will be required to take part in a two-week induction to complete safer recruitment checks, mandatory training and shadow shifts prior to starting work in the homes. This will be fully paid.
If you have any questions, email Carol on 07360091597 or office@ubuntugroup.co.uk
Thank you
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children? Do you thrive in a supportive, values-led environment where your contribution truly matters? If so, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
At Ubuntu Group, we believe in the power of human connection and the impact it can have on a child’s life. We provide high-quality, therapeutic care to children who need safety, understanding, and a sense of belonging. We are recruiting for our children’s home in Seisdon, Wolverhampton, a nurturing environment where three children live and feel valued, supported, and able to grow with confidence and hope.
Our Values guide everything we do:
Professionalism in our practice judgements, attitudes, and behaviour
Respect towards others, ensuring a safe, trusting, and supportive environment
Integrity demonstrating honesty and openness
Passion and commitment to engage children in learning experiences
Kindness to be friendly, generous, and considerate
Excellence in the pursuit of quality of life and better outcomes for children
Dreaming Big and believing in positive change
Reflective practice and continuous learning in everything we do
Role Overview
The Senior Therapeutic Support Worker plays a key role in delivering trauma-informed, child-centred care to children with complex emotional and behavioural needs. Grounded in the Ubuntu philosophy — “I am because we are” — the role combines direct care with leadership, mentoring, and modelling best practice within a therapeutic home.
Shift Pattern
2 days on, 4 days off rolling rota, including sleep-ins. Shifts may include weekends and bank holidays.
Key Benefits
£250 annual retention bonus and £200 attendance bonus
Paid incentives for working Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
Generous overtime rates
Birthday day off (or a day of your choice)
NEST pension scheme
CPD opportunities in therapeutic childcare
Refer a Friend bonus (£500)
Blue Light Discount access
Free DBS check and update service paid for by us
Free annual flu vaccination and eye test
“I am because you are” staff recognition award
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, safe, and nurturing therapeutic care, acting as a positive
role model
- Create a warm, therapeutic home where children feel heard, respected, and
valued
- Champion PACE and other therapeutic approaches
- Make child-centred decisions and confidently challenge poor practice
- Remain vigilant to safeguarding concerns and promote children’s safety and
wellbeing
- Represent Ubuntu Group professionally at multi-agency meetings
We Want You!
• You will be compassionate, reflective, and committed to making a genuine
difference.
• Be passionate about supporting children with complex needs
• Work in a trauma-informed, child-centred way
• Build strong, trusting relationships
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively
• Remain calm, resilient, and emotionally attuned
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Education & Experience
- Minimum one year’s experience working with children or young people
- Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Full UK Driving Licence
Safeguarding
Ubuntu Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check with barred list, satisfactory references, and comprehensive safeguarding checks.
Induction Process
All applicants will be required to take part in a two-week induction to complete safer recruitment checks, mandatory training and shadow shifts prior to starting work in the homes. This will be fully paid.
If you have any questions, email Carol on 07360091597 or office@ubuntugroup.co.uk
Thank you