Senior Residential Child Care Team Lead

Caretech; Oldham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in payments

Refer a friend scheme

DBS cost covered

Comprehensive training and induction

Company pension scheme

Progression opportunities

Job summary

CareTech’s Laceby House in Oldham is seeking a Team Leader/Senior Residential Child Care Worker to support young people aged 8–18. Location: Oldham; salary £39,184 plus an average of 8 sleep-ins monthly; contract is permanent with 42 hours per week.

Candidates must have Level 3/4 qualification in Children's Residential/Workforce and a valid UK driving licence. Training and DBS checks are provided, with progression opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Supervise and mentor a team of support workers.
• Level 3/4 qualification in Children’s Residential/Children’s Workforce expected.
• Manual UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience of supporting team members.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written.
• Ability to cover shifts flexibly, including weekends on a rota.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of support workers.
• Ensure our children receive the highest level of support.
• Support home management team with timely updates.
• An average of 8 overnight sleep-ins per month.
• Promote individuality and non-standard approaches.
• Monitor care plans and produce reports for managers.
• Create a warm, homely environment with light housekeeping.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join activities and day trips.

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Shift flexibility

Team leadership

Education

Level 3/4 qualification in Children's Residential/Children's Workforce

Tools

Electronic care records system

Job description

CareTech’s Laceby House in Oldham is seeking a Team Leader/Senior Residential Child Care Worker to support young people aged 8–18. Location: Oldham; salary £39,184 plus an average of 8 sleep-ins monthly; contract is permanent with 42 hours per week.

Candidates must have Level 3/4 qualification in Children's Residential/Workforce and a valid UK driving licence. Training and DBS checks are provided, with progression opportunities within the company.