Team Leader – (Care Leavers, 16–25)
? Based in Kirkham, covering the Preston area
? £31,000 per annum | 37.5 hours per week
? Mainly 9–5, Monday to Friday (1 day remote working)
? Apply: john.deane@servicecare.org.uk
We are working in partnership with a fantastic supported accommodation provider who are looking to appoint a Team Leader to support their services for young people aged 16–25 who are leaving care.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in a similar role who is passionate about guiding young people toward independence and a better future.
? What You’ll Be Doing:
* Lead and support a team providing high-quality support to 6–7 young people in the Preston area.
* Act as a role model and line manager to staff, ensuring service standards are maintained.
* Develop tailored support plans and ensure outcomes are being met in line with each young person’s pathway to independence.
* Monitor risk, wellbeing, and compliance with safeguarding procedures.
* Cover the on-call rota: 1 weeknight per week (£25 per night) and every 5–6 weekends (£75 per night).
* Work flexibly to cover occasional shifts when required.
? About You:
* Ideally, 2 years’ experience in a Team Leader or Manager role within social care.
* Level 5 Health & Social Care (Leadership & Management) qualification – desirable.
* Background working with young people or care leavers, ideally in the supported accommodation or semi-independent sector.
* Confident in managing a small team, working under pressure, and ensuring positive outcomes for vulnerable young people.
* Full UK driving licence and ability to travel between sites (mainly Preston-based).
? The Offer:
* Salary of £31,000 per year.
* Structured on-call payments for weeknights and weekends.
* Flexible work pattern – 1 day per week remote.
* Opportunity to work for a values-led organisation making a real difference.
Interested? Apply now by sending your CV to john.deane@servicecare.org.uk
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