Team Leader - Children's Home

Posted 2 hours 42 minutes ago by Sgscare

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Sunderland, United Kingdom
Job Description
Team Leader - Children's Residential Home

Location: Sunderland
Service: Residential care for young people aged 7-17 (EBD & Mild Learning Difficulties)
Shifts: 8am-8pm and some 8am-8pm + sleep-ins
Base Salary: £27,144 - £36,192
Sleep-In Allowance: £52 per night (8-10 per month)
Earning Potential: Up to £41,184 per year

About the Position

Are you ready to step into a leadership role within a children's residential setting? Whether you're an experienced Senior Practitioner or a Residential Support Worker looking to progress, this Team Leader role could be the perfect next step.

We have five opportunities available across multiple homes in Sunderland. As a Team Leader, you'll provide guidance and structure for staff while supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD).

This is a chance to join a well-established organisation that holds a strong Ofsted "Good" rating and is striving for Outstanding.

What You'll Need
  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent - see below)
  • Prior experience in a children's residential care environment (or similar)
  • Confidence managing behaviours that challenge and promoting a nurturing culture
  • Full UK Driving Licence - essential
  • Ability to communicate clearly in English (including understanding UK dialects)
  • Minimum age requirement: 22/23 (in line with regulations)

Other qualifications considered:
A Level 3 in Adult Social Care will be accepted if you can show experience of working directly with children.

Key Duties
  • Leading shifts and providing direction to less experienced staff
  • Acting as a positive role model and key worker for young people
  • Supporting emotional, social, and practical development of children in your care
  • Contributing to care planning, safeguarding, and behaviour management
  • Promoting independence and life skills in a safe, supportive environment
What's on Offer
  • Career Pathways - Clear progression routes to Deputy, Registered, and Regional Manager positions
  • Training Academy - Ongoing learning and specialist courses provided
  • Health & Wellbeing Benefits - Includes discounted gym memberships
  • Extra Holiday - Awarded after 2 and 5 years of service
  • Pension Scheme - Auto-enrolment for your future security
How to Apply

If you're passionate about leading a team to change the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

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