Trainee Deputy Manager (Team Leader)

Peters Dean Care Ltd; Redhill; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Redhill is seeking a Team Leader for their Residential Children's Service. The role involves leading a team to provide trauma-informed care to children aged 8-17. This position offers significant career progression opportunities up to the Deputy Manager level, alongside competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Regular supervision and training

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Enhanced maternity leave

On-site parking

Referral programme

Transport links

Qualifications

• Experience in a residential children's home.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs.
• Calm under pressure and a natural leader.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of residential childcare workers.
• Provide trauma-informed care to young people.
• Oversee shift planning and care plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Crisis Management

Emotional Support

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job description

Team Leader Residential Children s Service:
-Location: Redhill
- Pay Package: GBP35,000 -GBP40,000 (including sleep in duties)
-Full-time Permanent
-Progression Path to Deputy Manager

Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career?

Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people with mental health needs and trauma backgrounds?

We re looking for a Team Leader to join our dedicated team in a therapeutic children s residential home. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is confident working with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and is eager to grow into a Deputy Manager role in the near future.

About the Role:

As a Team Leader, you will:

• Lead by example and support a team of residential childcare workers.
• Ensure consistent, trauma-informed care for young people aged 8 17.
• Support children who have experienced significant trauma, mental health challenges, and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).
• Promote a safe, nurturing and structured environment to help children build trust, develop resilience and move forward.
• Oversee shift planning, key working, and support with care plans.
• Support the Deputy and Registered Manager with audits, development plans and staff coaching.

About You:

• Experience in a residential children s home.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs, challenging behaviour, or mental health concerns.
• Hold (or be working towards) a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Confident, calm under pressure, and a natural leader with strong communication skills.
• Passionate about making a lasting difference in young people s lives.

What We Offer:

• Clear career progression with a defined route to Deputy Manager.
• Regular supervision and access to therapeutic training.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD.
• Supportive, values-driven leadership team.
• Enhanced pay for sleep-ins / overtime.

Join a service that genuinely puts children first, values its staff, and offers the opportunity to grow your career in a meaningful, supportive setting.

Apply today or contact us directly for a confidential chat about the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: GBP35,000.00-GBP40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Performance bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Transport links

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person