Residential Team Leader. Job in Runcorn Education & Training Jobs

Caretech; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A care provider in Runcorn is seeking a Residential Team Leader to support young people with daily routines, meal preparations, and planning activities. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing environment and build meaningful relationships. Experience in residential childcare and a Level 3 qualification is essential. This role allows you to make a positive impact on lives, with benefits including exclusive discounts and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts at major retailers

Health benefits after two years

24/7 support from CareTech Foundation

Comfortable work environment

Fully funded induction training

Career growth via funded diplomas

Supportive team atmosphere

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a residential childcare setting is essential.
• Must have a Level 3 qualification in the children and young people's workforce.
• Warm and patient nature with strong listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines and meal preparations.
• Create a warm, homely environment through light housekeeping.
• Build meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join activities like trips and creative projects.

Skills

Experience in residential childcare setting

Warm, patient, great listener

Ability to build strong relationships

Education

Level 3 qualification in residential childcare

Job description

Residential Team Leader

Location: Runcorn

Pay: £15 an hour plus £30 per sleep in

Shift pattern: 1 on 2 off basis including sleep ins

Extraordinary Days Every Day

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 an Embrace Home with a staff team who are trained in attachment and trauma, challenging behaviour, and children who go missing. We are committed to providing the best possible care and education packages for young people. The home is registered by Ofsted with a 'GOOD' rating to provide residential care to young people aged 7-18 years of any gender and with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties and offer medium- and long-term therapeutic placements.

Our young person is a likeable soul who is a delight to care for. They are really engaging and have a willingness to have a go at new challenges. They have a caring nature themselves and have demonstrated their ability to think of others.

We have amazing teams who are very caring of one another and ensure everyone is happy and supported within their role. We have recognition awards in house, support each others calendar celebrations and have regular team building exercises (some in which our young person also attends) to create a happy, fun and supportive environment.

Who You Are

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

Experience in residential childcare setting

Level 3 qualification in residential childcare/children 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 group