Team Leader – Children’s Residential (4-Bed HSB Home)
📍 Crewe
💷 £37,592 per year
⏰ 40 hours per week | 2 on / 4 off rota (includes sleep-in shifts)
We are recruiting 1 x Team Leader on a 12-month Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover) basis, with strong potential for permanency.
This 4-bed home supports young people presenting with Harmful Sexualised Behaviours (HSB). The service provides structured, therapeutic, trauma-informed care focused on safeguarding, accountability and long-term positive outcomes. You will report to the Registered Manager and lead shifts within the home.
About the Organisation
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High-quality residential care for young people aged 8–25 with complex and therapeutic needs
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50% of homes rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and recognised as Exceptional Employer (Stars of Social Care Awards 2024)
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Strong focus on stability, safeguarding and staff development
The Role
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Lead shifts, supervise staff and ensure safe, structured care delivery
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Contribute to care planning, risk management and behaviour support strategies
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Maintain safeguarding, compliance and accurate recording standards
What We’re Looking For
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Minimum 1 year residential childcare experience and Level 3 Diploma (or working towards)
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Strong safeguarding knowledge and confidence managing complex behaviours
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Ability to lead shifts professionally and hold a Full UK Driving Licence
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HSB or therapeutic experience and Level 5 qualification desirable
Salary & Benefits
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£37,592 per year with overtime paid at £14.74 + ¼ enhancement
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Funded Level 3 & 5 qualifications and new starter bonus (T&Cs apply)
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Pension, medical cashback scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
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Retail discounts, long service awards, refer-a-friend scheme, free meals on shift and paid DBS
Application Questions
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Do you hold a Full UK Driving Licence and completed Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care?
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Do you require sponsorship or have any visa restrictions?
This role is subject to enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks.
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