Residential Team Leader

Cambian Group Plc; Oldham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at retailers

Health benefits

24/7 support

Welcoming home

Fully funded induction

Diploma funding (Levels 3-5)

Career progression

Job summary

Cambian Group Plc in Oldham is seeking a Children’s Residential Team Leader to help young people aged 8–18 with daily routines, school prep and activities in a warm home setting. You will support staffing, ensure safety, and contribute to a positive environment.

The role offers two weeks of funded induction, opportunities for diplomas (Levels 3–5), and clear pathways for progression within a caring team.

Qualifications

• Warmth, patience and active listening are essential to support young people.
• Experience with residential childcare is preferred.
• Level 3 childcare qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines, school prep and meals.
• Create a warm, homely environment with light housekeeping.
• Build strong relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan activities like trips to the park and movie nights.
• Keep essential records to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Warmth

Patience

Active listening

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Children’s Residential Team Leader

Location: Oldham

Pay: £14.21per 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 Support Worker, 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

• 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

Our home is a 5 bedded home which currently has 4 young people living there, and an enthusiastic staff team that enjoy working with the young people. The young people make us proud with the effort and commitment that they make to improving their lives. The team work hard to support each other, and ensure that the workload is shared and equal each day.

Who You Are

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

Level 3 residential childcare qualification and experience in residential childcare

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.

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.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.