Explore Career Paths at The Hills Children’s Homes
Discover how our commitment to nurturing care and positive development shapes our mission, guiding every role to make a meaningful difference in the children’s lives.
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Careers at The Hills Children’s Homes
At The Hills Children’s Homes, we believe that every child deserves the highest standard of care, support, and compassion. We are dedicated to creating safe, nurturing environments where children can grow, heal, and thrive. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we are always looking for passionate, skilled, and dedicated individuals to join us in making a difference.
Whether you’re just starting your journey in residential care or bring years of experience, we offer meaningful roles that allow you to have a lasting impact on the lives of children. Working at The Hills means being part of a committed, therapeutically informed team that values professional development, teamwork, and emotional intelligence..
Career Progression
Here at The Hills, we don’t just guide the way for our children and young people, we also want to see our teams thrive and help them to grow and develop in their careers.
We are extremely proud to say that we have gone from just 1 children’s home to having multiple homes across England. We continue to evolve and see our children succeed, overcome and move forward something we couldn’t do if it wasn’t for our brilliant teams. This is why we will consistently give back to those who work with us, providing high quality and tailored training and development.
For those who come to The Hills without their NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Workforce and would like to progress in their residential careers, we enroll them onto this course and offer support and guidance throughout. If you already have this qualification or complete it and would like to start a career in residential management, we also enroll our teams onto the NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management.
Careers at The Hills
Discover fulfilling roles like Residential Support Worker, Deputy Manager, and Registered Manager, designed to foster personal and professional growth.
Children’s Residential Support Worker
As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will be at the frontline of care, providing direct day to day support to the children living in our homes. You’ll play a vital role in building trusting relationships, promoting positive routines, and encouraging children to engage in fun, educational, and therapeutic activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing consistent, nurturing support to children on a daily basis
- Supporting children in line with individual care plans
- Working collaboratively with team members and external professionals
Qualifications:
- Experience in child care or support roles preferred
- Willingness to work towards Level 3 in Residential Childcare (if not already held)
Key Skills:
Ability to respond calmly in challenging situations Empathy, patience, and emotional resilience Strong communication and teamwork
Various Locations
Full-Time & Part-Time
Children’s Home Registered Manager
As a Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day to day operations of the home. You will lead the team, ensure the delivery of a therapeutic and nurturing environment, and uphold the highest standards of care and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic leadership of the home, including staff and care delivery
- Regulatory compliance with OFSTED and safeguarding requirements
- Overseeing admissions, care planning, and family liaison
Qualifications:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Residential Childcare or equivalent)
- Significant experience managing or supervising within children’s residential care
Key Skills:
Strong understanding of children’s social care legislation Strategic planning and operational oversight Emotional intelligence and team leadership
Multiple Sites
Permanent Positions
Children’s Home Deputy Manager
As a Deputy Manager, you’ll assist in leading the home and supporting a team of care staff. You will ensure children receive high quality care, supporting the Registered Manager in delivering outstanding services and maintaining compliance with all relevant standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the Registered Manager with operational duties
- Supervising, coaching, and mentoring support workers
- Ensuring compliance with safeguarding and OFSTED regulations
Qualifications:
- Minimum Level 3 in Residential Childcare; Level 5 Leadership & Management desirable
- Experience in a supervisory or management role in children’s services
Key Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Leadership and team coordination Problem solving and decision making
Across Our Homes
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