Team Leader Childrens Residential Care
Location: Natland & Kendal
Salary: £31,586 £33,366 + Exceptional Benefits
Hours: Full-time | 39 hours per week | Shifts
Driving licence and access to a vehicle required
Are you ready to lead, support, and inspire? Join a deeply compassionate and transformative organisation committed to changing the lives of children aged 612 who have experienced trauma.
This is more than just a jobits a chance to be part of a team that believes healing happens through connection, and that the wellbeing of staff is just as vital as the young people we care for.
About the Role As a Team Leader, you'll oversee a nurturing 24-hour therapeutic programme built to help children build trust, grow their self-worth, and develop the skills they need to thrive at home and in school.
You will lead by examplesupporting staff, managing sensitive situations with care, and ensuring children feel safe, understood, and valued.
What You'll Bring
Substantial experience working with children in a residential care setting
Resilience and confidence in managing sensitive and complex emotional needs
A Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People (or willingness to achieve this within 12 months)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Why Join our Client? Comprehensive induction + ATC Internal Diploma (£500 bonus on completion)
Funded qualifications (including NVQ Level 3 if required)
Flexible rotas designed with your wellbeing in mind
Access to regular clinical consultation and emotional support
Confidential counselling & wellness support groups
Bike-to-work scheme
Free gym membership & discounted spa treatments
For Your Future: Creative career pathways grow in the direction you love
We support and fund additional training that enhances your passion and our care
Be part of a team that celebrates your strengths and aspirations
This is a rare opportunity to be a key figure in a childs recovery and growth journeywhile working in a culture that prioritises your wellbeing, values your insight, and invests in your future.
Apply now to begin your next chapter in care leadershipwhere your presence makes a difference every single day.
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