Residential Team Leader. Job in Wigan Education & Training Jobs

Caretech; Heath Charnock; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care organization in Wigan is looking for a Residential Team Leader to support young people in daily routines and activities. The role involves creating a caring environment and building meaningful relationships with the young residents. Candidates should have experience in a residential childcare setting and hold a Level 3 qualification. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth are offered.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts at major retailers

Health benefits after two years

24/7 support via the CareTech Foundation

Expert Training

Career Growth opportunities

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience in residential childcare setting

Warm, patient and great listener

Education

Level 3 qualification in residential childcare/children and young peoples workforce

Job description

Residential Team Leader

Location: Wigan

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

Shift pattern: 1 on 2 off basis including sleep ins

At Cambian you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Team Leader, based within Wigan 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 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.

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 groups