Team Leader

Team Leader - Children's Residential Home

• Location: Stoke on-Trent, West Midlands
• Salary: £37,592.53
• Working Hours: 2 on 4 off. 8am-11pm plus sleep
• Service: Children's Residential Home
• Service Users: PSB/SHB
• Home: 5 Bed
• Young People's Needs: EBD, LD, Trauma, Neglect, CSE, CCE, PSB
• Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year in residential childcare
• Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Responsibilities

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Team Leader who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people. You will be leading shifts, supporting young people in their daily activities, and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.

• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with young people
• Resilience, motivation, and adaptability
• Understanding of safeguarding and care planning
• Good IT and record-keeping skills
• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)

Candidate Profile

• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with young people
• Resilience, motivation, and adaptability
• Understanding of safeguarding and care planning
• Good IT and record-keeping skills
• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)

About the Organization

A specialist, independent social care organisation providing high quality residential and supported living services. Established in 2006, proud that 50% of the homes are rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.

Multiple homes across the region. Growth and development opportunities. Commitment to providing outstanding care.

Benefits

• Progression Opportunities - Funded Level 5 Leadership and Management Qualification
• Training & Development - Fully funded qualifications
• New Starter Bonus - Up to £1,000 (for L3-qualified candidates)
• Health Cash Plan - Reimbursement for medical costs
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support
• Perk Box Discounts - Savings on top brands
• Extra Holiday - Additional annual leave for long service
• Long Service Bonus - £750 after 5 years
• Free Meals on Shift
• DBS & Registration Costs Covered

Important Information

Sponsorship is not available.

Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted-registered children's home will not be considered.