Team Leader

Firstblue Healthcare Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and sleep-in allowance

Enhanced overtime rate of time and a third

Access to employee wellbeing programme

28 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 33 days with 5 years service

Job summary

Firstblue Healthcare Ltd. is looking for an experienced and qualified candidate to join their team at a children’s residential home in Wolverhampton. They specialize in supporting young individuals who have experienced early life trauma and may exhibit challenging behaviors. The role involves planning shifts, managing risks, and providing documentation to track the young person's progress.

Applicants will need exceptional communication skills, a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, and a passion for supporting children. The company offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Positive parenting skills and a clear passion for supporting children and young people.
• Ability to manage risks according to company policies.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan shifts with Residential Support Workers.
• Ensure safety management in line with company policies.
• Communicate daily plans effectively with the team.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Sound working knowledge of current legislation (Children's Homes Regulations 2015)

Empathy and professionalism

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Excellent opportunity for an experienced, qualified candidate to join the team in one of our children's residential homes. We are a rapidly expanding organisation who are currently offering a very competitive salary plus benefits including a quality bespoke training package and generous remuneration for sleep-in shifts. We specialise in supporting Children and Young People who have suffered early life trauma, neglect or abuse and may display challenging behaviours.

The main duties of this role include

• Ensuring shifts are planned with Residential Support Workers
• To ensure that all risks are safely managed in line with the company policies and procedures
• To communicate effectively with the team regarding the plans for the day
• To provide reports and documentation that reflects the progress of the young person using our paperless systems and tools
• To review the young people's care plans and other associated documentation

Job requirements

• To provide positive parenting
• To have exceptional communication skills
• To have sound working knowledge of current legislation e.g., Children's Homes Regulations 2015 (including quality standards)
• To be open minded, empathetic in a calm and professional manner
• Must have a full manual driving licence
• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent
• To participate in further continuing professional development support the needs of our young people
• To have a clear passion and desire to support children and young people
• To be active member of a progressive and committed team

First Blue is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and therefore this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check where suitable references will be sought prior to your employment start date.

• Competitive pay and sleep-in allowance
• Enhanced overtime rate of time and a third
• Access to employee wellbeing programme
• 28 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 33 days with 5 years service