Senior Therapeutic Support Worker in London

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

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