Team Leader - Care Leavers

Shaw Trust; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A social support organization in Gloucester seeks a Team Leader for Care Leavers to lead teams providing vital support to young residents. Applicants should have strong leadership skills and a passion for children's services along with relevant experience. This permanent role offers a starting salary of £40,257 and comprehensive training opportunities. The position includes flexible shift patterns and significant benefits like 28 days of annual leave.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work Scheme

Bonus for referrals

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a relevant field or role is essential.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of bespoke services for young residents.
• Lead one of four teams on a rolling rota of shifts.
• Support young people during their development journey.

Skills

Passionate and enthusiastic approach

Strong leadership qualities

Safeguarding management experience

Flexibility and creative thinking

Education

Level 4 E (or commitment to achieving)

Level 5 Leadership and Management (D)

Job description

Overview

Shaw Trust – Homes2inspire Ltd, part of Shaw Trust Group, is recruiting for a Team Leader - Care Leavers. Location: Gloucester. Salary: £40,257 per year. Type: Permanent. Hours: Full-time.

• Location: Gloucester
• Salary: £40,257 per year
• Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full-time
• Posted: 1 day ago

Trevone House is Gloucestershire County Council’s flagship, semi-independent accommodation for young people aged 16 to 25, providing care leavers with pathways to a brighter future and specialist support during crisis. The service includes 19 flats for looked-after young people, a well-being suite with two specialist flats for those needing mental health support, and a PACE/Emergency bed for times of crisis.

Responsibilities

As a Team Leader you will ensure the delivery of bespoke services to support young people residing in Trevone House and lead one of four teams on a rolling rota of 12-hour shifts from 7:30 to 7:30, 3 on/3 off, alternating between days and nights with weekends included. You will have prior experience in this field or a related role. A full UK driving licence is preferred to support activities with young people.

What are we looking for in you?

• Passionate and enthusiastic approach to the delivery of Children’s Services and helping young people
• Clear understanding of the impact of childhood trauma on holistic development
• Strong leadership qualities and experience of managing and supervising staff
• Ability to be flexible and think creatively
• Commitment to own professional development and supporting others to achieve their potential
• Safeguarding management experience, particularly with young people and vulnerable adults

Skills and Core Competencies

• Technical competency (qualifications and training)
• Level 4 E (or commitment to achieving within 12 months of appointment)
• Level 5 Leadership and Management (D) or commitment to achieving within 12 months

The Journey

You will be supported by Homes2Inspire to obtain the training and qualifications needed for your role, including full induction and initial training before commencing shift work. The fully funded initial training will cover Safeguarding, Health and Safety, First Aid, Adverse Childhood Experiences and Trauma training. Ongoing professional development includes:

• Regular supervisions, appraisals and mentoring
• Additional training opportunities and refresher courses
• Opportunities for career progression across the organisation

The Benefits

In addition to the meaningful work, benefits include:

• 28 days annual leave (bank holidays included), increasing with length of service (up to 33 days after 5 years) with option to purchase additional leave
• Medicash – claim back annual healthcare costs (dental, optical, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 24/7 support via phone, SMS, WhatsApp and live chat; 8 free counselling sessions
• Wellbeing support from an NHS-clinical-background team
• Discounts: Blue Light, cinema and shopping access
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme – £500 bonus for successful referrals

Contact us or apply today

Please note: All successful candidates will be subject to safer recruitment checks (right to work, Enhanced DBS for Children and Adults workforce, and satisfactory references). Shaw Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. We are not able to sponsor visas.