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Team Leader – Children
Manchester
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 11 hours ago
- Salary
- 38000.00 - 39000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Residential Recruitment
- Closes
- 04 Sep 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Team Leader Children s Residential Care (SEBD)
Location: Delph, Manchester
Pay: GBP14.99 per hour + GBP78.30 per sleep–in (typically 8 10 sleep–ins per month)
Contract Type: Full–Time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: 24–hour shifts (1 on, 2 off) with sleep–ins
Are you an experienced Team Leader in residential childcare looking to take on a meaningful new role? We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Team Leader to join our team in a well–established SEBD children s residential home in Delph, Manchester. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs in a safe, therapeutic, and structured environment.
As a Team Leader, you ll play a crucial role in the daily running of the home, supporting both young people and staff to ensure the highest standards of care and support are delivered at all times.
Key Responsibilities of the Team Leader:
Support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in the day–to–day operations of the children s home.
Lead and mentor Residential Support Workers during shifts, ensuring consistent, high–quality care.
Act as a role model for positive behaviour and therapeutic approaches in an SEBD setting.
Support the physical, emotional, and social development of children aged 8 17.
Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and reported accurately.
Oversee routines, daily logs, behaviour management plans, and risk assessments.
Promote a positive team culture focused on resilience, consistency, and trauma–informed care.
Engage in direct work with young people, promoting independence, structure, and emotional wellbeing.
Liaise with professionals including social workers, education providers, and health services.
Requirements for the Team Leader Role:
Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
At least 1 2 years experience in residential childcare, ideally in SEBD environments.
Previous experience in a Team Leader or senior support role is desirable.
Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma–informed care, and child development.
Excellent communication, leadership, and behaviour management skills.
Ability to work 24–hour shifts including regular sleep–ins.
Passionate about making a lasting difference in young people s lives.
What We Offer:
GBP14.99 per hour + GBP78.30 per sleep–in (8 10 per month)
Consistent 24–hour shift pattern: 1 day on, 2 days off
Opportunity to grow into more senior roles
Full training and continued professional development
Supportive management and team environment
Meaningful, challenging work with vulnerable young people
A stable, permanent role where you can make a real impact
If you re a compassionate, committed Team Leader looking to work in a supportive and rewarding SEBD setting, we want to hear from you. Join our team in Delph and be part of something that truly transforms young lives.
Apply now to take the next step in your residential childcare career.
Ad ID: 5416907903
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