Team Leader - Residential Children's Home

TN United Kingdom; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and experienced Residential Team Leader to enhance the lives of children in care. This role involves creating a supportive and therapeutic environment, leading a dedicated team, and implementing effective care strategies. You will play a pivotal role in fostering resilience and self-esteem among young people, ensuring their emotional and behavioral needs are met. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive team atmosphere, this position is ideal for individuals passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Sleep-in allowance

Annual leave entitlement

Company pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Understanding of issues faced by children in care.
• Experience with EBD or youth work is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage daily team operations and staff development.
• Develop programs to improve children's progress and link to vocational qualifications.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Communication skills

Team leadership

Decision-making

Education

Qualification in Residential Childcare

Families Practitioner qualification

Job description

Team Leader - Residential Children's Home, Carlisle

Location: Carlisle, United Kingdom

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Entry level Salary: £[amount], with potential to earn up to £[amount] in sleep-in shifts. Experienced Salary: £[amount], with potential to earn up to £[amount] in sleep-in shifts.

Specific Hours: Hours per week - shift pattern on rotation

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Residential Team Leader to join our services in Carlisle. North Lakes Children’s Services provides therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged [age range]. Our aim is to enhance resilience, self-esteem, and skills of young people.

The Team Leader's role involves creating a caring, therapeutic, and educational environment, applying high standards of care and support, and addressing the social, emotional, behavioral, mental health, and learning needs of young people.

Your Attributes

As a Therapeutic Residential Team Leader, qualities such as decisiveness, attunement, and consistency are essential. We welcome applications from individuals eager to deepen their therapeutic care knowledge, especially in utilizing the PACE model and Therapeutic Parenting approaches. Inspire your team, use curiosity and empathy, and make therapeutic interventions that support recovery and development.

Are you…

• Ready to supervise and support the professional development of a small team?
• Willing to lead shifts and make decisions aligned with care plans?
• Knowledgeable in therapeutic interventions and experienced as a key worker?
• Able to deputise for the Registered Manager during holidays?

Main Duties

• Support and manage daily team operations and staff development.
• Deputise for the deputy manager when needed.
• Conduct supervisions and support key workers.
• Manage finances for activities.
• Oversee children's daily needs and monitor staff duties.
• Participate in sleep-in duties as required.
• Develop programs to improve children's progress and link to vocational qualifications.
• Build trusting relationships with young people and support their development.
• Plan and support educational, recreational, and social activities.
• Work as part of a team, supporting colleagues and children.
• Follow risk assessments, care plans, and behavioral strategies to meet therapeutic goals.
• Assist children in developing life skills and prepare them for independence.
• Induct new admissions and support transition planning.
• Recognize and address emotional and behavioral issues, liaising with external partners.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Minimum Requirements

• Understanding of issues faced by children in care.
• Qualification in Residential Childcare, Families Practitioner, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Willing to undergo DBS check (paid by employer).
• Experience with EBD, social/residential work, or youth work is advantageous.
• Full UK driving license and flexibility to cover other homes.

Benefits

• Sleep-in allowance of £[amount] per night, with potential additional earnings.
• Rotational shifts with varied start times.
• Annual leave entitlement of [number] weeks.
• Company pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development, including diplomas in leadership and management.
• Employee discounts, wellbeing support, and therapeutic supervision.
• Overtime and holiday pay for specific days.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Comprehensive training on child development, attachment, and therapeutic approaches.

Note: North Lakes is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.