Residential Team Leader - Children's Homes
Location: Tiverton and Exeter
Do you want a challenging and rewarding career with real opportunities to positively impact the lives of the children and young people who access our Homes? If you are dynamic, resilient, and dedicated, our children would really benefit from your support.
Working within the Children’s Homes is one of the most rewarding career choices you will make. If you have the drive and dedication, then you will enjoy an exciting and rewarding career with us.
Our Children’s Homes are registered with Ofsted and provide support for children and young people with complex needs, ensuring their individual care plans and needs are met. The ethos of the service is to provide a home‑from‑home experience and enhance and promote their life experiences and independence. You’ll also be helping them to prepare for the next stage of their life.
Responsibilities
* Supervise the running of shifts within the Home.
* Provide supervision for staff.
* Support children and young people in achieving their personal wishes and goals.
* Assist with daily tasks and life skills.
* Strive for aspirational outcomes for the children.
* Create a fun and positive atmosphere.
* Organise and take part in activities.
* Be proactive and innovative to seek new methods to engage.
* Engage and build positive relationships with children and young people.
* Remain calm in challenging situations.
* Implement boundaries.
* Adapt and respond quickly.
Pay and Enhancements
37 hours per week plus enhancements (up to £4,000 per year)
* Starting rate: £15.82 per hour, rising to £17.47 per hour.
* Overnight rate: £21.09 per hour, rising to £23.29 per hour.
* Saturday rate: £23.73 per hour, rising to £26.20 per hour.
* Sunday and bank holiday rate: £31.64 per hour, raising to £34.94 per hour.
Requirements
* You must have the ability to drive, with access to your own vehicle. A valid UK driving licence is required, and business insurance is essential. (An automatic driving licence may not be accepted due to some homes having manual vehicles.)
* We cannot offer visa sponsorship and will not consider applications from individuals with less than two years left on existing visas.
Employer Statement
DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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