Therapeutic Care Team Leader – Children’s Home in Selby

At YMCA Robin Hood Group, we provide warm, loving homes across the East Midlands and East Yorkshire where looked-after children receive the therapeutic care they need to heal and thrive. As a not-for-profit organisation, children are always our priority. Our unique, psychologically-informed care model sets us apart, putting their well-being before profit every time. We’ll also invest in you — offering the training, support, and development you need to deliver exceptional care.

Role Highlights:

• Location: Selby
• Hours: 40 hours per week including weekends and bank holidays
• The Home: Beautiful 4 bedroom home with 1 established child

The Role:

As our new Children’s Residential Team Leader, you will:

• Be a key support for the Home Management to achieve and maintain an OFSTED rating of good or outstanding
• Ensure the safety, security and most importantly, the well-being of our children is maintained
• Support and manage the day-time team to help keep the house clean, cosy, and running smoothly
• Get to know the kids – what they like, what they need, and how to support them
• Follow our therapeutic model to help them stay calm and feel safe during dysregulated moments
• Keep clear, up-to-date records
• Be a team player creating a great working environment within the home
• Prioritise your continual development and be open to learning new things

About You – Does this sound like you?

• Resilient – You won’t give up on a child, even on their toughest days
• Calm and consistent – You’ll use our training to understand and respond to challenging behaviours
• Caring – You’ll listen, show up, and help children build trust and secure attachments
• Confident – You’ll handle challenges, advocate for children, and be their voice
• Flexible – You’ll work a rota of long days, evenings, sleep-ins, and weekends
• A driver – A full UK licence is essential to use our home’s car for school runs and activities
• Safe to work with children – An enhanced DBS with child barred list check is required

What We Value:

We’re driven by our core values and we look for these in every member of our team:

• We Seek Out – We’re always looking for ways to do better
• We Welcome – We include, respect, and support everyone
• We Inspire – We believe in every person’s potential
• We Speak Out – We advocate for what’s right
• We Serve Others – We act with compassion and purpose

These values are more than just words—they shape how we work, lead, and serve.

Our North Star:

Everything we do is inspired by our ambition that every child and young person we support:

• Builds the relationships that help them discover who they are
• Develops the skills and confidence to shape their own life
• Learns how to connect with and contribute to the world around them

You will play a vital role in achieving this mission. We value your commitment and relentless dedication and have crafted a package of health & well-being benefits. Here’s some of what you can expect:

• Funded training, qualifications & career progression across YMCA services
• Quarterly Campfires – celebrating our impact across the organisation
• Wellbeing package (after passing probation): 24/7 GP access, health/dental cashback, Employment Assistance Programme
• Minimum of 23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing to 28 days with service
• Discounted YMCA childcare & holiday clubs
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus

Diversity & Safer Recruitment:

YMCA Robin Hood Group is committed to equal opportunities, promoting diversity, and creating an inclusive culture where all staff can thrive. Should you require any adjustments to support your full participation in our recruitment process, we would encourage you to share your needs with us so we can support you with your requirements. We follow rigorous safer recruitment processes to ensure the protection of children, young people, and adults at risk. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and thorough vetting as part of our commitment to safeguarding.

Ready to Apply?

If you believe in the transformative power of therapeutic care, share our values, and have the relevant experience to match—we want to hear from you. Please share your CV with us!

What Happens Next?

We reserve the right to close the position earlier than advertised if required. Due to the large number of applications we receive, we will be unable to provide specific feedback on why you may not have been shortlisted. For an informal conversation before applying, please reach out to us and we would be delighted to help.