Team Leader

Brook Street; Poynton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care service in Stockport seeks a dedicated Team Leader to support young people with emotional and behavioral needs. Responsibilities include leading a team of residential support workers and ensuring high-quality care. Candidates must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and have prior experience in a similar role. The position offers full-time hours with a supportive work environment and clear career progression.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive leadership

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• Essential: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a senior or team leader role within a children's residential setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of care staff.
• Ensure all safeguarding and compliance standards are met.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

Team Leader - 3 Bed Children's Residential Home

Location: Stockport
Salary: £31,183 per annum
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: 3 on 3 off - 12 hour shifts

Brook Street Social Care, in proud partnership with a respected children's residential care provider in Stockport, is recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Team Leader to join their compassionate and growing team.

About the Role:

As a Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a nurturing, safe, and structured environment. You will lead a team of residential support workers, ensuring the highest quality of care is consistently delivered while promoting positive outcomes for the children and young people in your care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of care staff
• Ensure all safeguarding, compliance, and quality standards are met
• Support the development and implementation of individual care plans
• Build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals
• Be part of the on-call rota and cover shifts when required

Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential
• Previous experience in a senior or team leader role within a children's residential setting
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for making a difference in young people's lives
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to undergo one)

What's on Offer

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive leadership and clear progression pathways
• A chance to work for an organisation that truly values its staff and the children they care for

Ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference?

Apply today or contact Cat Rainford at Brook Street Social Care for more information.

Good luck!