Team Leader
SKILLS
FULL DESCRIPTION
If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of children and young people, while also supporting the leadership of a dedicated team and having the flexibility to work around your home life, this is the place for you.
Pay
- £28,288 – £30,472 (based on an average of 40 hrs per week) - + £65 per sleep-in - Pay dependent on qualifications and experience
Role Overview
As a Team Leader, you will: - Prioritise your own workload and assist the Registered Manager in prioritising team responsibilities - Maintain and monitor accurate records - Work effectively within a team - Demonstrate strong leadership skills, essential for this role - Show understanding and experience of adolescent behaviour - Maintain an exemplary disciplinary record, reliability, and good attendance
Essential
- Right to work in the UK
- Full UK driving licence
- Able to work on a rota basis (including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays)
- Able to work 24hr shifts inclusive of a sleep-in
- Good understanding of safeguarding children and young people
- Willing to complete a Level 4 Diploma upon completion of probation
Preferable
- Hold a Level 4 in Residential Care (or equivalent)
- 1 year’s experience working in residential care
- Experience supporting children with EBD/LD
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge of safeguarding children and young people
- Accurate reporting and recording
- Ability to confidently lead a team
- Team working and supervision
- Familiarity with creating and following care plans (advantageous)
Benefits
- £65 sleep-in rate
- 28 days annual leave (224 hrs)
- Casual dress
- Overtime available
- Full training and induction
- Pension scheme