Job Description
? Team Leader – Children’s Residential Care ? Leyland | Full-time (40 hrs/wk average) | £29,600 per annum
? Includes sleep-ins | Rotational shifts including evenings, nights & weekends
? Casual work also available
Are you an experienced care professional ready to take the next step into leadership? Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people to thrive in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment?
Phoenix Bespoke Homes is seeking a Team Leader to join our dedicated team in Leyland, helping shape and lead our high-quality residential care homes for young people aged 11–18.
? Why Join Us? At Phoenix Bespoke Homes, we’re committed to providing trauma-informed, person-centred care for children and young people who have experienced adversity. As a Team Leader, you’ll play a key role in ensuring every child receives the support they need to feel safe, valued, and empowered.
? What You'll Be Doing
1. Supporting the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
2. Leading shifts and providing direct supervision, guidance, and coaching to support workers
3. Creating and maintaining a homely, safe and caring environment that meets the physical and emotional needs of young people
4. Contributing to the development and review of care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans
5. Acting as a consistent role model, promoting positive relationships and supporting young people to develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes
6. Deputising for management when required and ensuring OFSTED standards are upheld
? About You We’re looking for someone who is:
? Experienced working with children or young people in a residential setting
? Confident managing challenging behaviour and supporting teams under pressure
? Skilled in clear communication, report writing, and safeguarding procedures
? Committed to inclusion, diversity, and person-centred care
? Flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including sleep-ins and occasional lone working
? Holding (or working towards) a Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care (or equivalent)
A full UK driving licence and willingness to work across multiple homes is essential.
? Desirable (but not essential):
7. Previous supervisory experience
8. Training or qualifications in team leadership or management
9. Understanding of child development, trauma-informed care, and group dynamics
? We Offer:
10. Competitive salary of £29,600
11. Sleep-in and on-call enhancement payments
12. Ongoing training, development and clear progression routes
13. Supportive and values-driven working environment
14. Opportunities to contribute to positive change in the lives of young people
Join a team that puts young people first.
Together, we can create safe, stable homes and build brighter futures.
? Apply Today If you’re ready to lead with compassion, courage and commitment, we want to hear from you.
? For more information or to apply, email john.deane@servicecare.org.uk