Children's Residential Home Team Leader

Purosearch; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in RCD

28 days leave + birthday off

Company pension

Enhanced DBS check

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. is seeking dedicated staff to provide high-quality care for children and young people in residential settings in Doncaster.

The role includes a comprehensive induction, funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, excellent progression, generous leave, pension, DBS, and supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people in a residential setting is preferred.
• Positive, resilient and empathetic approach to supporting children and young people.
• Passion for making a positive difference to the lives of children with complex needs.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs, Autism or Learning Disabilities is desirable.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) preferred, or willingness to complete a funded qualification.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.
• Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available).
• Enhanced DBS check and safeguarding checks will be completed.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people in a residential setting.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and support young people through daily lives.
• Promote positive outcomes, independence and emotional wellbeing.
• Support children during challenging situations using a calm, therapeutic approach.
• Assist with daily routines, personal care and recreational activities where required.
• Complete care records, reports and other residential documentation accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming home environment.
• Carry out household duties, including cleaning and laundry, while modelling positive life skills.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to meet individual needs.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times.
• Work flexibly across day, night and weekend shifts as part of a rota.

Skills

Experience with children and young ppl

Empathetic and resilient

Strong communication

Teamwork

Driving licence (preferred)

Right to work in the UK

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

• Comprehensive 2-week induction programme with specialist training providers
• Fully supported 6-month induction
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already qualified)
• 28 days annual leave, plus your birthday off each year
• Additional paid stand-down days for exceptional performance
• Enhanced annual leave with long service (1 additional day after 2 years and an additional 2 days after 5 years)
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Company pension
• Free Enhanced DBS
• Opportunity to work within Good and Outstanding Ofsted-rated homes
• Excellent opportunities for internal career progression, with many Team Leaders and Managers promoted from within

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with children and young people in a residential setting (preferred)
• Positive, resilient and empathetic approach to supporting children and young people
• Passion for making a positive difference to the lives of children with complex needs
• Ability to build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model
• Experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism or Learning Disabilities (desirable)
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (preferred), or willingness to complete a fully funded qualification
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations
• Full UK Driving Licence held for at least 12 months (preferred)
• Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this position)
• Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and online safeguarding checks

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people within a residential setting
• Build positive, trusting relationships and support young people through their day-to-day lives
• Promote positive outcomes, independence and emotional wellbeing
• Support children during challenging situations using a calm, therapeutic approach
• Assist with daily routines, personal care and recreational activities where required
• Complete care records, reports and other residential documentation accurately
• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming home environment
• Carry out household duties, including cleaning and laundry, while modelling positive life skills
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to meet each young person's individual needs
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times
• Work flexibly across day, night and weekend shifts as part of a rota