Head Of Residential Care - SEN
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £60,000 to £65,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | Greenwich, South East London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Link Education Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SEN School |
Summary
Our SEN School client is currently looking for an exceptional Head of Residential Care to lead and manage a team of Staff including Care Workers for a residential provision that provides high quality care to children with Special Needs and support to their families.
The overarching responsibility of the role is to:
• Set the standards of care and be responsible for all the management aspects of running the Residential provision in accordance with the aims and objectives.
• Support the Head Teacher and School Governors in creating an effective school and residential provision.
• Ensure the residential provision meets the Care Standards.
Responsibilities
• Ensure the welfare of all children admitted, placing their needs and those of their families at the centre of all decisions.
• Champion student voice by supporting each young person to use their individual communication system so they can meaningfully influence their care and daily experience.
• Provide strong professional leadership, holding overall responsibility for the management of all Care, Ancillary and Nursing staff.
• Maintain a consistently high standard of care, fostering an environment for children and families that is professional, homely, welcoming and supportive.
• Participate directly in the care of children, contributing to the development of Care Plans in collaboration with the wider Care team, and participate in the shared on call rota.
• Ensure all policies and procedures reflect the school’s values, and that Rainbow House meets all statutory requirements relating to drug control, health and safety, and Care Standards.
• Oversee administrative functions, including updating existing systems and implementing new ones where needed.
• Lead the development, implementation and regular review of written practice guidelines and policies, ensuring compliance with legislation, Codes of Conduct and best practice.
• Drive continuous improvement through auditing and evaluating care services, implementing systems that monitor and enhance quality of care.
• Work closely with the school’s lead nurse to ensure that all medical needs are met, including administering medication and responding to medical emergencies in line with agreed protocols.
The idea candidate will possess the following:
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to working within paediatric care.
• Apply well developed care or teaching skills to support high quality provision.
• Maintain a proactive approach to continuous professional development.
• Communicate effectively with children, families, colleagues, volunteers, Governors and external professionals.
• Can exhibit a professional, friendly, honest and empathetic manner, bringing energy, vision and integrity to the role.
• A proven track record of responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Ability to carry out all duties in accordance with the School’s Health and Safety at Work Policy.
• Can demonstrate how they have tackled new challenges with enthusiasm, positivity and resilience.
How to Apply
If you’re a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic professional looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today by sending your CV to link.enquiries@link-education.co.uk or call 01689878565
The overarching responsibility of the role is to:
• Set the standards of care and be responsible for all the management aspects of running the Residential provision in accordance with the aims and objectives.
• Support the Head Teacher and School Governors in creating an effective school and residential provision.
• Ensure the residential provision meets the Care Standards.
Responsibilities
• Ensure the welfare of all children admitted, placing their needs and those of their families at the centre of all decisions.
• Champion student voice by supporting each young person to use their individual communication system so they can meaningfully influence their care and daily experience.
• Provide strong professional leadership, holding overall responsibility for the management of all Care, Ancillary and Nursing staff.
• Maintain a consistently high standard of care, fostering an environment for children and families that is professional, homely, welcoming and supportive.
• Participate directly in the care of children, contributing to the development of Care Plans in collaboration with the wider Care team, and participate in the shared on call rota.
• Ensure all policies and procedures reflect the school’s values, and that Rainbow House meets all statutory requirements relating to drug control, health and safety, and Care Standards.
• Oversee administrative functions, including updating existing systems and implementing new ones where needed.
• Lead the development, implementation and regular review of written practice guidelines and policies, ensuring compliance with legislation, Codes of Conduct and best practice.
• Drive continuous improvement through auditing and evaluating care services, implementing systems that monitor and enhance quality of care.
• Work closely with the school’s lead nurse to ensure that all medical needs are met, including administering medication and responding to medical emergencies in line with agreed protocols.
The idea candidate will possess the following:
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to working within paediatric care.
• Apply well developed care or teaching skills to support high quality provision.
• Maintain a proactive approach to continuous professional development.
• Communicate effectively with children, families, colleagues, volunteers, Governors and external professionals.
• Can exhibit a professional, friendly, honest and empathetic manner, bringing energy, vision and integrity to the role.
• A proven track record of responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Ability to carry out all duties in accordance with the School’s Health and Safety at Work Policy.
• Can demonstrate how they have tackled new challenges with enthusiasm, positivity and resilience.
How to Apply
If you’re a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic professional looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today by sending your CV to link.enquiries@link-education.co.uk or call 01689878565