Job Title: Team Leader - Residential Childcare
Location: Hesketh Bank, Preston
Salary: 31,288 - 33,358 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, 39 hours per week
Package: Competitive terms and conditions
The Role:
Our Home provides a psychologically informed, therapeutic environment to support young people with complex trauma-based behaviour. Our service integrates Residential Care, Education, and Health support to create a comprehensive care experience.
As a Team Leader, you will collaborate closely with the Registered Manager to oversee the daily operations of the home, working directly with children and young people in a residential setting.
Your key responsibilities will include:
The Person:
To succeed in this role, you will need:
Skills:
o Proficiency in electronic care records and auditing processes.
o Excellent administration and IT skills.
o Strong communication skills with exceptional literacy and numeracy.
Knowledge:
o Thorough understanding of current childcare legislation, particularly relating to children in care.
o Working knowledge of the Ofsted Inspection Framework for Children's Homes and Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
What We Offer:
Additional Benefits:
o Access to offers and discounts.
o Recommend a friend scheme.
o Values Awards for outstanding contributions.
o Professional Development:
o A comprehensive induction program with ongoing training and development.
o Regular supervision and annual appraisal scheme.
o Career progression opportunities.
o Enhanced DBS Check: Fully paid for and maintained on the DBS update service.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team.
We committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Brook Street Social Care is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.