Team Leader

Career Makers; Rawtenstall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care organization in Rawtenstall is seeking an experienced Team Leader to support children with complex needs. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, leading a team, and ensuring high standards of care. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification and at least 2 years of experience in residential care. The position offers competitive hourly rates, sleep-in bonuses, and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Sleep-in bonus

Comprehensive training

Welcome bonus

Refer-a-friend scheme

Flexible working pattern

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a children's residential setting.
• Experience in leading a team preferred.
• Confidence in leading and supporting a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day operations of the home.
• Delegate tasks to support workers.
• Support children in building relationships and engaging in community activities.
• Safeguard children and maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Knowledge of Autism and SEBD

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care

Job description

Overview

Location: Rawtenstall, BB4 • Working Hours: 42 hours per week • Salary: £30,554 per annum • Sleep-In Allowance: £78.30 per sleep-in (up to 8 per month, adding £7,516 annually)

About the Role

We are looking for dedicated and experienced Team Leaders to join a 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 assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring smooth shift transitions, delegating tasks to support workers, and maintaining high standards of care. You\'ll help children build relationships, engage in community activities, and develop essential life skills. You\'ll also be responsible for safeguarding, overseeing routines, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day operations of the home and ensure smooth shift transitions.
• Delegate tasks to support workers and monitor service delivery.
• Support children and young people in building relationships, engaging in community activities, and developing essential life skills.
• Safeguard children and young people, oversee routines, and maintain a clean and safe environment.

What We\u2019re Looking For

• Level 3 qualification in Children\'s Residential Care
• Minimum 2 years\' experience in a children\'s residential setting
• Experience in leading a team is 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 and supporting a team

What We Offer

• Starting rate of £13.99 per hour (dependent on qualifications and location)
• Sleep-in bonus: £78.30 per sleep-in (up to 8 per month = £7,516 annually)
• Comprehensive training including a paid two-week induction and shadow shifts
• £500 welcome bonus after completing probation
• £1,000 refer-a-friend scheme
• Flexible working pattern with fewer working days per week than a standard 9-5 role
• Free on-site parking and meals during shifts

If you\'re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people, we\'d love to hear from you