Team Leader Children Residential Home
7 days ago
Coppull
Children’s Residential Team Leader (Level 3 Qualified) – Driver Essential Contract: Temporary to Permanent Location: Coppull, Chorley Job Summary We are seeking a caring, resilient, and experienced Children’s Residential Team Leader to join our team in Colne. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead and support staff and young people within a residential care setting supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The successful candidate will take a leading role in supporting young people’s daily routines, emotional wellbeing, education, and personal development while ensuring high standards of care and support within the home. Duties • Lead and support staff in delivering high-quality care for children and young people with EBD., • Support daily routines, personal development, and educational engagement., • Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and safeguarding best practice., • Build strong, trusting relationships with young people and act as a positive role model., • Support staff with behaviour management and de-escalation strategies., • Oversee shift planning and ensure consistency across the team., • Ensure a safe, structured, and nurturing environment at all times., • Work collaboratively with colleagues, professionals, and external agencies., • Participate in shift work including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. Shift Pattern 2 days on, 4 days off (Including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts) Qualifications & Requirements • Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or equivalent (essential)., • Previous experience working with children or young people in residential care, youth work, or education., • Experience supporting young people with EBD is highly desirable., • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills., • Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations., • Full UK driving licence is essential., • Ability to lead by example and support a team effectively. Benefits • Opportunity for temporary-to-permanent employment., • Full-year, all-year-round position (no term-time restrictions)., • Rewarding role making a real difference to vulnerable young people’s lives., • Ongoing training, support, and professional development., • On-site parking. Work Location In person – Coppull, Chorley This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated professional to step into a Team Leader role within residential childcare, supporting both staff and young people to achieve positive outcomes. Work Location: In person