Team Leader - Children's Home

5ab Care; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus £2000

Private healthcare

Annual leave 210 hours

Pension 3% employer contribution

Double pay on Christmas & New Year’s E

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Free DBS check

Job summary

5ab Care is seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Care Worker/Team Leader for our children’s residential care team in Luton. You will lead a team, work closely with the Registered Manager, and ensure high standards of care and safeguarding for children and young people.

The role requires leadership experience, a relevant NVQ Level 3+, and flexibility to cover shifts including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. A full driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Leadership and management experience in a care setting.
• Willingness to work shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Valid driving license is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Ensure the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people are met.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, young people and their families.
• Safeguard and promote individual rights and provide care free from oppression.
• Mentor Residential Support Workers and guide team members as required.
• Assist the Registered Manager with care plan implementation and risk assessments.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Shift flexibility

Driving license

Education

NVQ Level 3+ in Children and Young People Workforce

Job description

Job Title:

Senior Residential Care Worker/Team Leader (Children's Residential Care)

Salary:

£29,737.50-£30,712.50 (£15.25-£15.75 per hour) + £2000 JOINING BONUS

• Enhanced overtime of +£2 per hour
• £50 sleep in rate (up to £4800 per year)

Shifts:

2 days on 4 days off

About Us:

5ab Care is a provider of children's residential care services, dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people. Our focus is on creating a nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive and achieve their full potential.

What we offer:

• JOINING BONUS OF £2000! (T&C's)
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24 hour access to expert advice and compassionate guidance, designed to help you deal with personal and professional problems that could be affecting your home life or work life, health, and general wellbeing
• Private Healthcare scheme - private GP, dentist and optician cashback, therapies and outpatient, ,giving you fast access to diagnostics and medical treatment should you need it
• 210 hours annual leave
• Pension scheme - 3% employer contribution
• Double pay on shifts over Christmas and New Years Eve
• Exclusive discounts and deals through Wellbeing Solutions - Cinema, shopping, days out and more!
• Eyecare vouchers including a full eye care examination and £20 discount off of glasses
• Cycle to work scheme - value up to £750
• Service bonus at 2 years, 5 years and 8 years of service up to £(Apply online only)% training funded by employer (Inc. diplomas Level 3,4 & 5)
• Free DBS check
• Blue light card
• Referral bonus scheme - up to £500 depending on level of role
• Gifts for birthdays, wedding and new baby - up to £60
• A great work/life balance
• Company social events - these gatherings are a great opportunity to relax, have fun, and connect with colleagues outside of work, strengthening our team spirit throughout the year
• Team building activities designed to strengthen collaboration and create lasting connections within your team
• Electric car scheme

The Role:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Residential Care Worker or Team Leader to join our team in Luton.

As a Team Leader at 5ab Care, you will be responsible for providing leadership and support within our home. You will work closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained at all times. The role requires a compassionate and dedicated individual who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Ensure that the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people are met.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, young people, and their families.
• Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights, providing quality care which is free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued
• Act as a role model and mentor to our Residential Support Workers, providing guidance and support as required
• Assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of care plans and risk assessments
• Ensure that all records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 or above in Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent
• Previous experience working in a residential care setting with children and young people.
• Leadership and management skills
• A compassionate and caring approach
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and available for on call duties if required
• A full driving license is required for this role

5ab Care are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references