Team Leader, Children's Home

SGS Care Ltd; Chorley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to guide and support children in a residential setting. This role is perfect for those passionate about making a positive impact in children's lives. You will lead a compassionate team, ensuring the best outcomes for children who have faced challenges. With a balanced working rota and a commitment to professional development, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment. If you are ready to inspire and make a difference, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

Auto enrolment into Company pension

Excellent health and wellbeing benefits

Discounted gym memberships

In-depth induction and training academy

Qualifications

• Experience in Residential Children's Services sector.
• Passion for helping children with challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Lead practitioner on shift, mentoring and supporting team members.
• Collaborate with education and therapy teams for child wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Title:Team Leader

Provision: Children's Home, 7 to 17, EBD 4 Bed

Salary:£31,200 Base Salary + £60per sleep. = c£38,400

Location: Chorley

Reporting to: Deputy / Registered Manager

Desired Qualification:Level3 Diploma inResidential Childcare OR equivalent

The role of Assistant Manager is ideally suited to an:

1. A Team Leader looking for a new challenge with a company they can progress with
2. Experienced Residential Support worker who is looking for the next step in their career and holds their Level 3

Job Overview:

• Senior Residential Support Workers (Also know as Team Leaders) go above and beyond to help children who have experienced a difficult past to forge positive pathways towards a brighter future.
• Shift Pattern: You will work condensed shifts of two days on, and 4 days off with one additional day per month, on average.
• Holiday: 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
• Additional leave: at 2 years and 5 years’ service
• Training Academy: An in-depth induction, welcome program, and fully supported development opportunities.
• Pension: Auto enrolment into the Company pension
• Excellent health and wellbeing benefits
• Discounted gym memberships

Main Responsibilities:

The company is commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for the children they look after is paramount. Seeking the highest calibre SRSWs who truly have a passion for helping children, as well as the skills and personal qualities to lead others.

Reporting to the Assistant/Deputy Manager, you will be the lead practitioner on shift. You will mentor, support and coach new team members and draw upon you’re extensive experience to manage any challenges that may arise. No two days are the same. If you enjoy problem-solving and have confidence in your ability to make a difference to a child's life, then please apply.

You will work collaboratively with the education, therapy and outdoor teams as well as colleagues from the wider sector, keeping the children at the heart of all you do. You will have the support of a dedicated, compassionate, like-minded team, who are all committed to the achievement and wellbeing of both the children and everyone in the community.

What we are looking for:

You have achieved Level 3 Diploma or equivalent in Residential Childcare / Children and Young People’s Workforce. Ideally, you will have experience in the Residential Children's Services sector or have worked in a similar setting working with children with challenging behaviour.

This role offers a great work- life balance with the condensed working rota and sleep-ins, shifts start. Above all, we really want like-minded, passionate people who truly want to make a difference.

️ Samuel Goulden
0113 318 0595

Email: [e-mail]