Childrens Residential Team Leader

The Cambian Group; Bolton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Children’s Residential Team Leader

Location: Bolton

Pay: £13.71 per hour plus £30 per sleep in

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian, you’re not just working – you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Team Leader based within the Manchester region every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment – these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

What You’ll Do

• Support young people with their daily routines; getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
• Help with light housekeeping to create a warm, homely environment.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects.
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Where You’ll Do It

We are a solo residential children’s home, which means we provide individualised care and focused support to one young person at a time. Our setting is designed to feel safe, homely, and nurturing rather than institutional, allowing us to build strong, trusting relationships and create a calm, stable environment.

The young people we care for often come to us with complex backgrounds and a range of emotional and behavioural needs. Supporting them can be challenging but is also rewarding; seeing their progress, no matter how small, gives us a strong sense of purpose and pride.

Our team works closely together, maintaining consistent boundaries and routines while sharing observations to ensure wesche respond appropriately to the young person’s needs. We also prioritise staff wellbeing, offering each other emotional support and regular communication to maintain a positive, resilient approach.

Who You Are

• Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager – focused on achieving outcomes for others.
• Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification.

Why Join Us?

• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.).
• Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years.
• 24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation.
• A Welcoming Home: Work in a comfortable and well‑designed space.
• Expert Training: Two weeks of fully funded induction.
• Career Growth: Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotion.
• Supportive Team: Work with people who care as much as you do.

Your Next Step

This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply todaySELL!

Safeguarding Statement

CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

Children’s Deputy Manager

Location: Bolton

Pay: £14.99 per hour plus £30 per sleep in

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian, you’re not just working – you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Deputy Manager based within the Manchester region every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment – these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

What You’ll Do

• ZRSupport young people with their daily routines; canadian them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.