Residential Children's Team Leader

Caretech; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care organization in Lytham St Annes is looking for a Residential Children's Team Leader to support young people aged 8–18 in their daily routines and activities. You'll create a warm environment, build meaningful relationships, and provide emotional support. The role offers a unique chance to shape lives through everyday interactions. Ideal candidates will have Level 3 in residential childcare and be warm, patient, and great listeners. Competitive pay and supportive team environment included.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts at major retailers

Health benefits after two years

24/7 support and hardship grants

Comfortable work environment

Fully funded induction training

Fully Funded Diplomas and promotion pathways

Supportive team

Qualifications

• You must be warm, patient, and a great listener focused on achieving outcomes for others.
• Level 3 in residential childcare / children's and young people's workforce is required.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with their daily routines.
• Create a warm, homely environment.
• Build meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join fun activities.

Skills

Warmth

Patience

Listening skills

Encouragement

Education

Level 3 in residential childcare

Job description

Residential Children's Team Leader

Location: Lytham St Annes

Pay : £13.31-£15 per hour plus £30 per sleep in

Shifts : 1 on 2 off basis including sleep ins (the shift pattern allows a 4 day weekend every 3 weeks)

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Team Leader, based within Lytham St Annes 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

As a Residential Team Leader you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.

Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.

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 large 5 bedded home on the fylde coast and just a 2 minute walk from the beach and a short drive into Preston and Blackpool. The Lake district and Wales are within travelling distance for days out. The staff team are friendly and welcoming. The shift pattern allows a 4 day weekend every three weeks.

We currently have four young people, three are older and independent, polite and welcoming of everyone. We have one younger young person who is very active and enjoys being out and about in the company of staff.

The teams are very supportive of each other and put our young people at the heart of everything they do. We have monthly team meetings to discuss practice and for training sessions as well as supervisions throughout the month. Each young person has a keyworker to support them.

Who You Are

Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.

Level 3 in residential childcare / childrens and young peoples workforce

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 today!

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.