Children's Residential Team Leader

We are seeking 3 dedicated and compassionate Team Leaders to join our homes.
In this role, you'll play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care and support, empowering young people with EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) to reach their full potential.

Description:

To work as a senior member of the team in the provision of care and support services for people with emotional and challenging behaviours, which aims to maximise the potential of individuals in line with ordinary life principles.
Team Leaders may be required to take charge of the service in absence of the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager.
£25,642.40 - £30,142.40 and roughly £6,050 on top for sleep-ins!

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with managers to implement our care philosophies and policies.


• Assist in creating and reviewing individualised care plans for each young person.


• Support young people in their social, educational, and recreational activities.


• Act as a key worker for specific individuals, ensuring their medical needs are met and advocating for their voices.


• Facilitate decision-making and promote choice and involvement.


• Implement strategies for managing challenging behaviours and contribute to their development.


• Encourage young people to maintain personal hygiene and a safe environment.


• Liaise with external agencies and professionals as needed.


• Team Leaders provide training and support to team members.


• Ensure the safety and well-being of young people, staff, and yourself.


• Participate in meetings, maintain records, and complete administrative tasks.

Requirements:

• NVQ Lvl 3 Health & Social Care/Residential Childcare


• Enhanced DBS


• Significant Children's residential experience


• You are required to be available for work outside your normal working hours to be on call.


• You will be rostered to be on call when required.

• A car and willingness to use it for work (as required).

To Apply:

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk and I'll be in touch for a chat!

We also have a referral bonus of £250, so if you know someone who would fit perfectly, please contact me with their details and if they secure the role, we will send you £250!