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Brook Street; Wigan; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Career progression

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Brook Street Social Care is seeking an experienced Team Leader to support a children's residential home in Wigan. You will lead a team of residential support workers, ensure safe, structured care, and work closely with the Registered Manager to deliver high-quality outcomes for young people.

We welcome applicants with senior or team leader experience in children’s settings, strong leadership and communication skills, DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one, and flexibility to work evenings,

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior or team leader role within a children's residential setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Passion for improving outcomes for young people.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of care staff
• Ensure safeguarding, compliance, and quality standards are met
• Support development and implementation of individual care plans
• Be part of the on-call rota and cover shifts when required

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Passion for children

Flexible hours

DBS clearance

Job description

Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester

Hours: Full-time, Permanent

Shifts: 1 on 2 off

Brook Street Social Care, in proud partnership with a respected children's residential care provider in

Wigan, Greater Manchester, is recruiting for an experienced and dedicated

Team Leader to join their compassionate and growing team.

About the Role:

As a Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a nurturing, safe, and structured environment. You will lead a team of residential support workers, ensuring the highest quality of care is consistently delivered while promoting positive outcomes for the children and young people in your care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of care staff
• Ensure all safeguarding, compliance, and quality standards are met
• Support the development and implementation of individual care plans
• Build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals
• Be part of the on-call rota and cover shifts when required

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a senior or team leader role within a children's residential setting
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for making a difference in young people's lives
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to undergo one)

What's on Offer:

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive leadership and clear progression pathways
• A chance to work for an organisation that truly values its staff and the children they care for

Ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference?