Residential Children’s Team Leader
Location: Longsight, Manchester
Pay: £13.71 per hour plus £30 per sleep in
Extraordinary Days Every Day
At Cambian, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Children’s Team Leader, based within Longsight every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported.
A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.
What You’ll Do
As a Residential Children’s Team Leader you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.
Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects.
Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.
Where You’ll Do It
In our home we provide consistent routines to help children feel secure, staff are very supportive where each individual is respected, valued and encouraged to grow. We have worked hard to make the home feel welcoming, bedrooms are personalized and private offering young people space to express their identity and feel sense of ownership. Communal areas are warm, relaxed and designed to encourage conversation- just like any family home. Staff are trained to build trusting relationships and provide consistent care. We promote independence. Young people are actively involved in shaping the environment and making decisions about their day to day life. Their voices matter here. Overall our home is built on respect, warmth and opportunity a place where young people can grow and prepare for their futures
Who You Are
Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.
Level 3 residential childcare/residential childcare experience
Why Join Us?
Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)
Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years
24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation
A Welcoming Home: Work in a comfortable and well-designed space
Expert Training: Two weeks of fully funded induction
Career Growth: Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotion
Supportive Team: Work with people who care as much as you do
Your Next Step
This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.
Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!
Safeguarding Statement
Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.