Team Leader

Thriving Care Yorkshire; Lee Lane; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated Residential Home Team Leader to guide young people aged 8-18 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Responsibilities include leading a team, ensuring high care standards, and managing safeguarding concerns. Passion for improving young lives and a level 3 childcare qualification are essential. This role offers competitive pay and supportive working conditions.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Career progression opportunities

Employee well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare or a similar setting.
• Leadership or supervisory experience within a care environment.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting a team of residential support workers.
• Ensuring the highest standard of care for children and young people.
• Managing safeguarding concerns and responding appropriately.
• Overseeing care plans and risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

We are looking for dynamic and inspirational Residential Home Team Leader to join our Children's Home. Our service requires individuals who will help guide young people aged 8-18 with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties to success and who are dedicated to supporting our ethos. As well as this, you will support in providing a safe, secure, homely and positive environment for the children and young adults in the home so that their lives are progressively improved.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting a team of residential support workers
• Ensuring the highest standard of care for children and young people
• Promoting independence, emotional well-being, and social development
• Overseeing care plans, risk assessments, and daily records
• Managing safeguarding concerns and responding appropriately
• Supporting staff development through training, guidance, and supervision
• Working closely with external professionals and families
• Assist the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in the leadership and management of the day to day operations of the Home so that the lives of all of the young residents are progressively improved
• Deputise for the Registered Manager at any time when the Registered Manager is not physically present at the Home

What We're Looking For

• Experience in residential childcare or a similar setting
• Leadership or supervisory experience within a care environment
• A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Passion for making a positive impact in young people's lives

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Employee well-being initiatives, including mental health support
• Additional benefits and incentives

If you\'re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, apply today