Team Leader - Children's Residential

Job Title: Children's Residential Team Leader – Care & Support
Location: Preston, Lancashire, UK
Salary: £14.50 per hour / £50 per sleep

Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with emotional and behavioural difficulties? We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Children's Residential Team Leader to join a leading specialist provider supporting children and young people in a welcoming 2-bed residential home in Preston. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to step into a leadership role. The Children’s Residential Team Leader role offers a rewarding environment where your care and dedication can help young people thrive, develop independence, and achieve positive outcomes. Join us in fostering a supportive, person-centred approach that makes a real difference in children’s lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a warm, positive environment by engaging children in activities, hobbies, and educational pursuits
• Build trusting relationships with children, their families, and other professionals
• Support the development of independent living skills, such as cooking, cleaning, and personal organisation
• Assist with implementing individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies
• Promote social, emotional, and physical development
• Maintain accurate records of progress and incidents
• Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure high-quality care
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Requirements:

• Compassionate, empathetic, and caring towards children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
• Patient, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Enthusiastic, creative, and proactive in engaging children through activities
• Reliable, responsible, and committed to delivering consistent care
• Excellent communicators, able to build rapport with children, families, and colleagues
• Flexible, willing to work a rota including sleep-ins (fully paid)
• Full UK Driving Licence (due to activity locations)
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and child welfare
• Basic IT skills for record keeping
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable (Full training provided):

• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People or equivalent

If you are ready for an inspiring and fulfilling career opportunity and have the qualities to support children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties, we would love to hear from you!

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