Team Leader Children

Charles Hunter Associates; Harlow; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Children's Team Leader for their EBD service in Harlow. This role involves supporting the Registered Manager, leading a team, and providing care to children with emotional and behavioral difficulties. The ideal candidate will have experience in a residential setting and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. This full-time position offers ongoing training and a supportive environment, with a salary of £30,000 per annum.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive team and management structure

Opportunity to progress within a growing organisation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience in a children's residential setting.
• Confident in leading a team and managing challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Registered Manager with day-to-day operations.
• Leading shifts and offering hands-on support to children with EBD.
• Supervising and mentoring a team of support workers.

Skills

Leadership

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Children's Team Leader - EBD Service - £30,000 - Harlow

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded care provider who is seeking a Children's Team Leader to join their specialist Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) service based in Harlow.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced individual to step into a leadership role within a nurturing, child-focused residential setting. The home supports young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, and the ideal candidate will bring both resilience and compassion to the role.

The Role:

• Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operations of the home.

• Leading shifts and offering hands-on support to children with EBD.

• Supervising and mentoring a team of support workers.

• Ensuring a high standard of care is delivered at all times.

• Promoting emotional well-being, safety, and positive behavioural support strategies.

• Supporting care planning and contributing to reviews and assessments.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience in a children's residential setting, ideally supporting EBD.

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential.

• Confident in leading a team and managing challenging situations.

• Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and children's rights.

• A passionate, empathetic, and professional approach.

Package:

• £30,000 per annum.

• Full-time, permanent role.

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• Supportive team and management structure.

• A real opportunity to progress within a growing organisation.

This is a fantastic chance to join a passionate team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. Our client is looking for someone with genuine dedication to improving outcomes and providing stable, nurturing care.

Interested?