Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home (EBD) Location: Chorley, Lancashire Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | 2 on / 4 off with regular sleep‑ins Why Join Us? Be part of a nurturing, child-centred team making real impact in the lives of children and young people aged 7–17 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). We’re a small and stable organisation with just four homes — focused on quality over growth, where every member of staff is valued, heard, and supported. Pay & Hours – Transparent Breakdown Hourly Rate: £15.00 Base Salary: £29,259 per year Sleep-ins: 10 per month at £60 each (£7,200 per year) Attendance Bonus: £100/month (~£1,200 per year) Overtime Pay: 1.3x hourly rate (when available) On-Target Earnings: ~£37,659/year (base sleep-ins bonus) Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off with regular sleep-ins About the Home Type: 3-bed Children’s Residential Home Young People: Aged 7–17 | EBD Approach: Therapeutic, consistent, and relationship-based care in a structured and nurturing environment What You’ll Do ✅ Lead shifts and role model best practice in a small, experienced team ✅ Ensure safeguarding and welfare of children at all times ✅ Oversee care planning, key working, and behaviour support ✅ Coordinate routines, activities, and outings that build confidence and independence ✅ Keep high-quality records aligned with legislation and Ofsted standards ✅ Mentor colleagues and support inductions/training ✅ Liaise with families, social workers, and multi-agency partners What You’ll Bring ✅ Essential: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent or working towards) Experience as a Residential Support Worker or Senior RSW Strong safeguarding awareness, resilience, and a calm, child-focused approach ⚠️ Note: Level 3 Health & Social Care is not an accepted equivalent for this role. Growth & Benefits Progression: Internal promotions & structured development Training: Dedicated training academy, full induction, and welcome programme Leave: 5.6 weeks’ annual leave extra days at 2 & 5 years’ service Wellbeing: Health benefits & discounted gym memberships Pension: Company auto-enrolment pension scheme Recognition: £100 monthly attendance bonus | Enhanced overtime pay (1.3x) Apply Now If you're passionate about making a difference and want to grow your career in a stable, therapeutic setting, we’d love to hear from you. Click “Apply” now Or email: job@sgscare.co.uk Or call: 01423 393 019 for a confidential chat Sponsorship is not available for this role.