Childrens Residential Team Leader

Belmont Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care organization in Lancashire is seeking a Team Leader to oversee a team of care staff and support young people in a residential setting. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People and at least 1 year's experience in a similar role. This position offers competitive salary, career progression, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid training

Career progression

Gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in a children’s residential or similar setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep‑ins.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Residential Child Care Workers.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, supervision, and mentoring to staff.
• Promote emotional wellbeing, independence, and life skills among young people.
• Support those with complex behavioural, social, and emotional needs.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced care professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re currently recruiting Residential Child Care Team Leaders to join our dedicated teams across multiple sites. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and inspire others while making a genuine difference in the lives of young people.

About the Role

As a Team Leader, you will play a vital role in supporting young people aged 8–17 within a safe, nurturing, and positive residential environment. You will lead a team of care staff, ensuring high standards of practice, consistency, and care delivery in line with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.

You’ll act as a role model for staff and young people alike—promoting emotional wellbeing, positive behaviors, and independence while working closely with external professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Residential Child Care Workers.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, supervision, and mentoring to staff.
• Promote emotional wellbeing, independence, and life skills among young people.
• Support those with complex behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
• Ensure care plans and safeguarding policies are consistently followed.
• Encourage engagement in education, hobbies, and community activities.
• Contribute to staff training, team meetings, and performance reviews.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People (or equivalent) – essential.
• Minimum 1 year’s experience in a children’s residential or similar setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep‑ins.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• Clear career progression and structured development plans.
• Holiday scheme: earn an extra day per year (up to 3 years).
• Access to gym membership and healthcare perks.
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.

Contract Type

Permanent | Full-Time

Job Info

• Job Title: [Job Title]
• Company: Belmont Recruitment
• Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
• Posted: Oct 14th 2025
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time