Team Leader, Children's Residential Home (EBD)

Location: Greenford, West London
We are recruiting an experienced Team Leader for a children's residential home in Greenford supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands on with young people while taking the lead on shift.

The role

* Lead shifts and make sure the home runs safely and smoothly

* Support, guide and role model good practice for residential support workers

* Help young people with their education, independence skills and emotional wellbeing

* Keep accurate records, daily logs and incident reports

* Work alongside the management team to meet Ofsted standards

What we are looking for

* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or working towards it

* At least 1 year's experience in children's residential care, ideally with some shift leading experience

* Good understanding of safeguarding and behaviour support

* Resilient, patient and calm under pressure

* Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply) and the right to work in the UK

* [Full UK driving licence]

What's on offer

* Ongoing training and a clear route to Deputy Manager

* Extra pay for sleepins

* A supportive team and a provider that genuinely cares about outcomes for young people

Interested? Apply now or contact Deborah at CPL Healthcare for more informatio
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed