Team Leader Children's Residential

SeeMeHired; Nog Tow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading therapeutic care provider in the UK seeks passionate individuals for a Team Leader role. You will ensure high care standards while supporting young people in residential settings. Required qualifications include Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People and experience in care environments. This position offers competitive pay, opportunities for career growth, and supportive company values to excel in fostering trust and compassion among vulnerable youths.

Benefits

Paid training & qualifications

Career growth support

Length of Service Holiday Scheme

Long Service Award Voucher

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym membership

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a children's residential setting.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the shift and ensure high standards of care.
• Contribute to care planning and reviews.
• Organise and participate in activities and outings.
• Maintain accurate records and manage delegation as Team Leader.
• Promote best practices aligned with company policy.

Skills

Supporting care planning

Organising educational activities

Liaising with professionals

Record-keeping

Promoting best practices

Education

Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People

Job description

Responsibilities

• Leading the shift and ensuring high standards of care and conduct at all times.
• Supporting care planning, assessments, and contributing to care reviews.
• Organising and participating in educational, social, and recreational activities, including outings and holidays.
• Liaising with external professionals and agencies alongside senior management.
• Ensuring accurate and detailed record-keeping, including delegating written tasks and signing them off as Team Leader.
• Promoting best practices in line with the home’s Statement of Purpose (SOP) and company policies.

You will contribute to Exceptional Care’s ambition to provide outstanding care and transformative support for children and young people. You’ll champion our Company values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Development, Equality.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People (NVQ Level 3 or 4 Children and Young Peoples Workforce or equivalent).
• Over two years of experience supporting young people in a children’s residential setting.

Desired Criteria

• Full UK Manual Driving Licence – preferred.

Location: Tarleton, Lancashire | Pay: £14.50/hr + £60 sleep‑in | Shifts: 2 on / 4 off.

We’re a leading therapeutic children’s care provider in the Northwest, looking for caring, resilient, and passionate individuals to support young people aged 8‑17. We’re dedicated to delivering consistent, compassionate care that helps young people feel safe, supported, and understood. Working with young people from complex backgrounds – including those with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), high‑risk challenging behaviour, and learning/behavioural challenges – you will deliver high‑quality, compassionate support that meets their unique needs.

Paid training & qualifications in line with policies Career growth & ongoing support Structured progression & development plans Length of Service Holiday Scheme - Awarding 1 additional paid day per year up to 3 years Long Service Award Voucher - £200 for 2 years, £400 for 5 years and £600 for 10 years Outstanding service employee of the year award -£3,000 voucher based award £100 Refer-a-Friend bonus Gym membership & healthcare perks (Medicash) Employee Assistance Programme