Team Leader / Senior Support Worker

Your Healthcare Global; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing children's care provider in Leyland seeks a Team Leader/Senior Support Worker to guide staff and ensure a nurturing environment for children. The ideal candidate will have at least a year of experience in residential childcare and a strong understanding of safeguarding. This role offers guidance, clear progression opportunities, and a supportive team atmosphere. Competitive salary plus additional benefits are provided.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Employee recognition initiatives

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 years' experience in a residential childcare setting.
• Willing to work towards NVQ Level 3 or higher in Residential Childcare.
• Strong understanding of child protection and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and mentor Support Workers.
• Promote a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Contribute to care planning and daily routines.

Skills

Residential childcare experience

Leadership

Understanding of safeguarding

Resilience under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

Team Leader / Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential Services

Location: Leyland, Lancashire, UK

Salary: £36,192 p/a (based on 48hrs per week) + £50 sleep-in allowance (average 10 per month)

Job type: Permanent, full-time

Sponsorship: This employer is unable to sponsor.

About the role

We are seeking Senior Support Workers / Team Leaders to join a new and growing provider of therapeutic residential care for children and young people.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a start-up organisation with clear progression routes and the chance to shape the culture and practice of the homes from the outset.

As a Team Leader, you will act as a role model for junior staff, provide guidance and support during challenging situations, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their potential.

Key responsibilities

• Lead shifts and provide supervision, mentoring, and support to Support Workers
• Promote and maintain a safe, homely, and therapeutic environment in line with regulatory standards
• Actively contribute to care planning, key work sessions, and outcome tracking for children and young people
• Support children with daily routines, life skills, education, and leisure activities
• Manage challenging behaviours using positive behaviour support and therapeutic strategies
• Ensure accurate recording, documentation, and communication in line with policies and procedures
• Take part in the on-call rota and contribute to the wider development of the home

Requirements

• At least 1 years' experience in a residential childcare setting (essential)
• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - or willingness to work towards
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and supporting young people with complex needs
• Experience of leading a team, mentoring, or shift-leading (desirable)
• Ability to remain calm, resilient, and positive under pressure
• Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential)
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits

• £36,192 p/a + £50 sleep-in allowance (average 10 per month)
• Clear progression opportunities in a growing organisation (Deputy Manager / Registered Manager pathways)
• Ongoing training and professional development, including support to complete NVQ Level 4/5
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Employee recognition and wellbeing initiatives
• Supportive, team-focused environment with career growth opportunities

How to apply

If you are ready to step up into a Team Leader role and play a key part in shaping a new and ambitious children's residential service, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered