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Team Leader - Children and Young People

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United Kingdom , Preesall, Lancashire

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Salary:

28800.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Team Leader - 3 Bed Children's Residential EBD Home. Brook Street Social Care, in proud partnership with a respected children's residential care provider in Preesall,Lancashire, is recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Team Leader to join their compassionate and growing team. As a Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a nurturing, safe, and structured environment. You will lead a team of residential support workers, ensuring the highest quality of care is consistently delivered while promoting positive outcomes for the children and young people in your care.

Job Responsibility:

  • Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
  • Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of care staff
  • Ensure all safeguarding, compliance, and quality standards are met
  • Support the development and implementation of individual care plans
  • Build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals
  • Be part of the on-call rota and cover shifts when required

Requirements:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential
  • Previous experience in a senior or team leader role within a children's residential setting
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
  • A genuine passion for making a difference in young people's lives
  • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to undergo one)
What we offer:
  • plus £75 per sleep
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Supportive leadership and clear progression pathways
  • A chance to work for an organisation that truly values its staff and the children they care for

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 30, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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