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A team that makes a lasting difference – where every day is an opportunity to support, empower, and inspire young people.
Working at Headstart Residential Care means becoming part of a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated team who believe in the power of therapeutic care. Our homes are calm, nurturing environments where young people on the Autistic spectrum and with complex needs are supported to grow, learn, and thrive. We invest in our staff through continuous training, professional development, and a culture of respect and teamwork – ensuring you’re always supported to be your best.
If you’re passionate about helping children and young people make real progress, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV to hr-recruitmentcare@headstartcare.co.uk to express your interest.
Therapeutic and Supportive Environment
Our homes are small, calm, and person-centred — giving staff the time and space to build meaningful relationships and deliver truly therapeutic care.
You’ll work alongside therapists, behaviour specialists, and experienced care practitioners who share knowledge, ideas, and strategies every day.
We provide ongoing training in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), Thrive practice, autism awareness, safeguarding, and more – helping you develop both personally and professionally.
Every shift makes a difference. Seeing a young person achieve a new milestone or grow in confidence is what makes our work so meaningful.
We offer competitive pay rates, structured pay progression, and regular supervision and wellbeing support.
Thinking about joining our team? Here are a few common questions to help you understand what it’s like to work at Headstart Residential Care.
While experience in care or education is an advantage, it isn’t essential. We provide full training and ongoing support to help new staff develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in their role.
Every day is different – but it’s always centred around the needs of our young people. You’ll support them with daily routines, education, therapeutic activities, and life skills, while working closely with a supportive
Absolutely. We actively encourage professional growth, with clear pathways for progression and regular opportunities to expand your knowledge through accredited training and leadership development.
At Headstart Residential Care, we’re always keen to hear from people who are passionate about making a difference. Joining our team means being part of a supportive environment where your skills and compassion help transform young lives. Click below to find out more about careers with us.