Team Leader - Children And Young People

PSR Solutions; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of residential care in Darlington is seeking a Team Leader for their home, accommodating young people with emotional and mental health needs. The role includes daily care tasks, team management, and leadership responsibilities. Candidates must have a Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care, a driving licence, and demonstrate a 'can do' attitude. The position offers an attractive salary ranging from £39,680 to £46,944, with bonuses and extensive benefits, including a 7-week holiday and professional development options.

Benefits

7 weeks holiday

Flexible benefits package

Wellbeing tools and advice

Medical cover

Meals provided

£2,000 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Ability to relate to and build relationships with young people.
• Resilience to handle challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Take care of young people day-to-day and ensure high standards.
• Support the staff team and prepare to step up as necessary.
• Inspire and lead colleagues effectively.

Skills

Team player

Empathy

Emotional resilience

Leadership

Education

Level 3 Children's Residential Care qualification

Job description

Team Leader – Children and Young People

Darlington

£39,680 - £46,944

Our client, a leading provider of Residential Care and Education, is looking to appoint a team of superstars to their beautiful home in Darlington.

Their homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and their aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in their care. Their support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in their young people, so they celebrate the little things.

What your day will look like:

You’ll be a part of taking care of their young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. As a team leader you will also make sure that the staff team are supported and the home is operating at their high standards, prepared to step up to deputise for the Registered and Deputy Managers. They’re looking for someone able to relate to and build relationships with their young people. Compassionate, emotionally resilient, and supportive, you’ll also be able to provide the leadership that inspires your colleagues.

What we’re looking for

• A ‘can do’ attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
• We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must
• The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations
• A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months
• This role requires you to have the Level 3 Children’s Residential Care qualification

What our client offers

• Salary: Base salary of £35,400- £42,664
• Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you’ll do up to 3 sleep‑ins per month, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £2,880 per year), Attendance allowance up to £1,400 per year.
• Training: A full 4‑week induction on their Care Academy
• Holiday: You’ll work hard at the home so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday
• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of their team leaders and managers have been promoted from within their group – plus you could join their ‘Aspire’ future managers programme
• Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high‑street discounts
• Meals provided while you’re at work
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £2,000 bonus every time

For more information, or to apply now please follow the link provided