Team Leader – Children's Residential Home
📍 Location: Sunderland
🏡 Service: Residential care for young people aged 7–17 (EBD & Mild Learning Difficulties)
⏳ Shifts: 8am–8pm and some 8am–8pm + sleep-ins
💰 Base Salary: £27,144 – £36,192
💰 Sleep-In Allowance: £52 per night (8–10 per month)
💰 Earning Potential: Up to £41,184 per year
About the Position
Are you ready to step into a leadership role within a children’s residential setting? Whether you’re an experienced Senior Practitioner or a Residential Support Worker looking to progress, this Team Leader role could be the perfect next step.
We have five opportunities available across multiple homes in Sunderland. As a Team Leader, you’ll provide guidance and structure for staff while supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD).
This is a chance to join a well-established organisation that holds a strong Ofsted “Good” rating and is striving for Outstanding.
What You’ll Need
* ✔ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent – see below)
* ✔ Prior experience in a children’s residential care environment (or similar)
* ✔ Confidence managing behaviours that challenge and promoting a nurturing culture
* ✔ Full UK Driving Licence – essential
* ✔ Ability to communicate clearly in English (including understanding UK dialects)
* ✔ Minimum age requirement: 22/23 (in line with regulations)
💡 Other qualifications considered:
A Level 3 in Adult Social Care will be accepted if you can show experience of working directly with children.
Key Duties
* Leading shifts and providing direction to less experienced staff
* Acting as a positive role model and key worker for young people
* Supporting emotional, social, and practical development of children in your care
* Contributing to care planning, safeguarding, and behaviour management
* Promoting independence and life skills in a safe, supportive environment
What’s on Offer
* 🚀 Career Pathways – Clear progression routes to Deputy, Registered, and Regional Manager positions
* 📚 Training Academy – Ongoing learning and specialist courses provided
* 🧘 Health & Wellbeing Benefits – Includes discounted gym memberships
* 🏖️ Extra Holiday – Awarded after 2 and 5 years of service
* 🔹 Pension Scheme – Auto-enrolment for your future security
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about leading a team to change the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Click Apply Now or contact us directly for more details.
📞 Call Sam: 01423 393 019
📧 Email: samuel@sgscare.co.uk
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