Team Leader

Career Makers; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care provider in Lancaster is seeking a passionate Children's Residential Team Leader. The role involves leading a dedicated care team to support children overcoming challenges like Autism and SEBD. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care and at least 2 years' experience. Competitive pay, bonuses, and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Sleep-in bonus

Welcome bonus

Refer a Friend scheme

On-site parking

Meals during shifts

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting.
• Full UK manual driving licence required.
• Flexibility to work long shifts and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of each shift.
• Maintain a nurturing, family-style environment.
• Safeguard children and oversee daily routines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care

Job description

Overview

Position: Children\'s Residential Team Leader

Location: Lancaster, LA1

Working Hours: 42 hours per week

Salary: £32,738 per annum

Sleep-In Allowance: £78.30 per sleep-in (up to 8 per month, adding £7,500+ annually)

We are seeking passionate and experienced Team Leaders to join a dedicated children\'s residential care team. This role involves supporting children and young people who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and may have additional needs such as Autism, Social, Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD), or other complex challenges.

As a Team Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of each shift, supporting staff, and maintaining a nurturing, family-style environment. You\'ll help children build relationships, engage with their community, and develop life skills. You\'ll also be responsible for safeguarding, overseeing daily routines, and maintaining high standards of care and hygiene within the home.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of each shift, guiding and supervising staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Maintain a nurturing, family-style environment and help children develop relationships and life skills.
• Safeguard children and young people, oversee daily routines, and ensure high standards of care and hygiene within the home.

What We\'re Looking For

• Level 3 qualification in Children\'s Residential Care (or willingness to enrol)
• Minimum 2 years\' experience in a children\'s residential setting
• Leadership experience preferred
• Full UK manual driving licence
• Flexibility to work long shifts and sleep-ins (e.g., 8am-10pm plus sleep-in 10pm-7am)
• Confidence in leading a team and supporting colleagues

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: £14.99 per hour
• Sleep-in bonus: £78.30 per sleep-in (up to 8 per month = £7,500+ annually)
• Welcome bonus: £500 after probation
• Refer a Friend scheme: £1,000 reward
• Work-life balance: Fewer working days per week compared to standard 9-5 roles
• Free perks: On-site parking and meals during shifts
• Career progression: Opportunities to advance to Deputy Manager or Registered Manager

If you\'re ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people, we\'d love to hear from you