Children's Residential Home Team Leader

Residential Support Worker

Location: Thorne, Doncaster (DN8)
Salary: £24,336 per annum (28-hour contract) | £33,696 per annum (32-hour contract)
Home Size: Children's Residential Homes

Benefits

Salary of £24,336 per annum based on a 28-hour contract
Salary of £33,696 per annum based on a 32-hour contract
Permanent 28-hour and 32-hour contracts available
12-hour day and night shifts
Sleep-in payments of £73 per sleep (where required)
Annual Partnership Share Scheme
Annual bonus
Comprehensive 2-week induction programme with specialist training providers
Fully supported 6-month induction
Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already qualified)
28 days annual leave, plus your birthday off each year
Additional paid stand-down days for exceptional performance
Enhanced annual leave with long service (1 additional day after 2 years and an additional 2 days after 5 years)
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Monthly employee recognition awards
Company pension
Casual dress
Free Enhanced DBS
Opportunity to work within Good and Outstanding Ofsted-rated homes
Excellent opportunities for internal career progression, with many Team Leaders and Managers promoted from within

What We're Looking For

Previous experience working with children and young people in a residential setting (preferred)
Positive, resilient and empathetic approach to supporting children and young people
Passion for making a positive difference to the lives of children with complex needs
Ability to build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model
Experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism or Learning Disabilities (desirable)
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (preferred), or willingness to complete a fully funded qualification
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations
Full UK Driving Licence held for at least 12 months (preferred)
Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this position)
Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and online safeguarding checks

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people within a residential setting
Build positive, trusting relationships and support young people through their day-to-day lives
Promote positive outcomes, independence and emotional wellbeing
Support children during challenging situations using a calm, therapeutic approach
Assist with daily routines, personal care and recreational activities where required
Complete care records, reports and other residential documentation accurately
Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming home environment
Carry out household duties, including cleaning and laundry, while modelling positive life skills
Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to meet each young person's individual needs
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times
Work flexibly across day, night and weekend shifts as part of a rota

To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed