Job Description

Residential Team Leader

Location:

Kirkham, Lancashire

Salary:

From 31,165 per year + 85 per sleep-in

Hours:

Full-time, 42 hours per week + sleep-in shifts

Contract:

Permanent

About Us

At Creative Living Care, we are passionate about supporting children to feel safe, valued and empowered. Our 3-bedded children's home in Kirkham provides a warm, nurturing and stable environment where young people can thrive. Since opening, we've built a strong reputation for delivering high standards of care, with a focus on consistency, relationships and positive outcomes.

If you want to work somewhere you are valued, supported and can genuinely make a difference every day -- this could be the role for you.

About the Role

As a Residential Team Leader, you will play a vital role in supporting our young people with their emotional, social and practical needs, while promoting a safe, caring

and stimulating environment. You'll work as part of a dedicated team to provide consistent care, positive role modelling, and tailored support, helping our young people to develop skills, build resilience and reach their potential.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people at all times Building positive, trusting relationships and acting as a consistent role model Supporting daily routines, personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks Helping young people engage in education, hobbies, appointments and family contact Using positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies Acting as a key worker and contributing to care plans, reports and reviews Maintaining accurate records and effective shift handovers Working closely with colleagues, families and external professionals Promoting a safe, nurturing and structured environment in line with :Children's Homes Regulations& Quality Standard, The Children's Act and Ofsted Framework.

Team Leader specific duties will include:

The general leadership and management of a shift, including a team of staff and young people. Ensuring the shift runs in a smooth, effective and efficient manner. Being a good role model for other staff by fulfilling their responsibilities to a high standard. Training new staff in care staff procedures and routines. Performing supervisions for the team. Support the manager with regular audits. Address staffing concerns and conduct in a professional manager and share these concerns with the line manager.
Working pattern: Full-time (42 hours per week), including at least one sleep-in shift per week.

Example pattern:

Week 1

- Tue, Thu, Fri /

Week 2

- Mon, Sat, Sun.

What We Offer

Competitive salary from 31,165 per year + 85 per sleep-in shift + Bonuses including the following:

Performance bonuses linked to Ofsted outcomes Birthday Bonus - Paid on/near birthday 'For Outstanding Practice' Bonus Refer-a-Friend Bonus Service Award Bonus Length of Service Leave Entitlements 5.6 weeks annual leave Paid Enhanced DBS check Company pension scheme o Health & wellbeing support Mentoring and development opportunities Discounted or free meals on shift Free on-site parking, casual dress, supportive team culture

What We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who is: Patient, positive, reliable, flexible, motivational and caring Able to build relationships and support young people with complex needs Resilient, reflective and committed to ongoing development Comfortable working shifts, weekends and sleep-ins Able to drive and hold a clean driving licence

Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum Level 3 in Health & Social Care or Children &Young People's Services Minimum 2 years' experience supporting young people. Minimum 1 year's Experience in leading a team Good knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation Strong communication, recording and teamwork skills
All applicants will be subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS and full employment history verification.

How to Apply

If you are looking for a fresh start and want to join a supportive and child-centred organisation where you can make a real difference -- we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and tell us why you'd be an ideal candidate for this role, including any relevant experience, skills or qualifications.

Creative Living Care - Building brighter futures together.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 31,165.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Discounted or free food Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person