Job Description
Team Leader Children's Residential Care
Location: Tyldesley, Wigan
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Hours: Full-time 40 hours per week (Shift work across 24/7)
Are you an experienced support professional ready to step up and lead? Do you want to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable young people? Were hiring a Team Leader to join a passionate and dedicated team in a childrens residential care setting in Tyldesley, Wigan.
What Youll Do:
* Lead and support the staff team to ensure a safe, nurturing, and high-standard home environment.
* Promote the wellbeing and development of young people in your care.
* Oversee day-to-day operations in the absence of the Registered Manager.
* Communicate expectations and delegate tasks effectively to maintain smooth shift operations.
* Conduct staff supervisions and support new team members through their induction.
* Ensure Ofsted readiness and adherence to childrens home regulations and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain high standards of safeguarding, compliance, and care planning.
* Manage team performance and offer ongoing feedback and development.
* Collaborate with external professionals to support individual care plans.
* Keep accurate records and ensure high-quality documentation and reporting.
About You:
* Previous experience in childrens residential care is essential.
* Confident in leadership, rota management, and safeguarding practices.
* Strong understanding of The Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015.
* Able to work flexibly on a 24/7 rota including evenings and weekends.
* Must hold a valid UK driving licence and have the ability to travel when required.
Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate of £13.75
* Supportive working environment
* Opportunities for ongoing training and development
* The chance to make a genuine difference in young lives
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