Team Leader

TN United Kingdom; Goole; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Team Leader for a Children’s Residential home dedicated to supporting young people affected by Child Sexual Exploitation. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team, providing structure and guidance while building strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable young people. With a commitment to safeguarding and trauma-informed practices, you will help create a safe and supportive environment where every child feels heard and valued. Join us in making a significant impact in the lives of young people and take your career to the next level through fully funded training and clear progression pathways.

Benefits

Fully funded training

Clear career progression

Sleep-in bonuses

Supportive management team

Qualifications

• Experience in a Children’s Residential setting, preferably with CSE.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of residential care workers.
• Build trusting relationships with young people aged 10–17.
• Ensure high standards of care in line with safeguarding practices.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Empathy

Emotional Intelligence

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Team Leader – Children’s Residential (CSE)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? Do you have the strength, compassion, and leadership skills to guide a team through some of the most rewarding – and challenging – work in children’s residential care?

We’re looking for a Team Leader to join our dedicated team in a specialist Children’s Residential home that supports young people affected by Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). This is more than a job – it’s a chance to be a positive force in the lives of young people who need consistency, safety, and someone to believe in them.

What You’ll Do:

Lead, inspire and support a team of residential care workers
Provide structure and guidance in the day-to-day running of the home
Build strong, trusting relationships with young people aged 10–17
Support the Registered Manager with audits, rota planning and safeguarding
Act as a positive role model, promoting resilience, recovery, and independence
Ensure the highest standards of care in line with Ofsted, safeguarding, and trauma-informed practice

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working in a Children’s Residential setting (preferably with CSE)
Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team
Resilience, empathy, and emotional intelligence
A commitment to safeguarding and child protection

What We Offer:

Competitive salary with sleep-in bonuses
Fully funded training and ongoing professional development
Clear career progression pathway
Supportive and trauma-informed management team
A chance to genuinely change lives every single day

Ready to step up and lead with heart?
Apply today and help us create a home where every child feels safe, supported, and heard.