Lead Children's Home Team: Inspire Care & Growth

Lighthouse Capital Services Ltd; Herne Bay; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep shifts

Flexible working patterns

Diploma funding Level 3

Level 4/5 funding

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual leave 28 days incl bank hols

Refer-a-friend up to £2,000

Birthday gift

Job summary

Acorn Homes invites applications for a Team Leader to join our Children’s Home in Herne Bay. You will lead shifts, mentor staff and ensure safeguarding and care plans are delivered in a safe, nurturing environment.

The role includes progression opportunities, a salary of £34,500–£35,000 per year with 1–2 sleep shifts weekly, flexible patterns, pension, and funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (with Level 4/5 options).

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Children and Young People or equivalent qualification, or be willing to work towards this qualification.
• Previous experience working within a Children's Residential Home.
• Experience supporting children and young people who display challenging behaviours.
• Ability to lead shifts and support other team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support shifts within the home, ensuring high standards of care are consistently delivered.
• Act as a positive role model for children, young people and staff.
• Support, guide and mentor Residential Support Workers.
• Assist the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the home.
• Ensure children and young people's care plans are implemented effectively.
• Promote positive outcomes and support young people to achieve their full potential.
• Build positive, professional and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Manage challenging behaviour in a calm, consistent and therapeutic manner.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and concerns are reported appropriately.
• Complete and oversee accurate records, reports and daily documentation.
• Support with staff inductions, training and development.
• Participate in team meetings, supervisions and training sessions.
• Support the home in achieving and maintaining compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and Ofsted requirements.
• Work collaboratively with families, social workers and external professionals.

Skills

Team leadership

Childcare experience

Safeguarding

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Tools

Driving licence (UK)

Job description

Acorn Homes invites applications for a Team Leader to join our Children’s Home in Herne Bay. You will lead shifts, mentor staff and ensure safeguarding and care plans are delivered in a safe, nurturing environment.

The role includes progression opportunities, a salary of £34,500–£35,000 per year with 1–2 sleep shifts weekly, flexible patterns, pension, and funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (with Level 4/5 options).