Job Description

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Role:

Team Leader

Contract / Hours

Full Time 37.5 Hours per week

Benefits

We offer a

market leading rate of 14.50 per hour

. 25 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays (pro rata for part time positions). Sleep-in allowances of

75

available. Career progression opportunities Company pension scheme Casual dress

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Compassion, patience and resilience.

Valid and full driving licence for manual transmission.

Enhanced Disclosure and Barring service check (DBS). Hold a recognised

NVQ 3 or QCF

diploma in '

Working with Children and Young People in Residential Care*', or equivalent qualification.
Flexibility to work days and nights. A 'Can Do' attitude.

Key Responsibilities

Work alongside the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to provide support and care to young people in a residential setting, ensuring their safety and well-being. Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with families and other professionals. Maintain effective communication with children, families, and team members to foster a supportive environment. Drive young person to appointments and activities as needed, adhering to safety regulations. Utilise IT skills for documentation and reporting purposes, ensuring accurate record-keeping. Demonstrate emotional resilience to respond to the challenging nature of the role. Participant in all mandatory training including safety intervention, medication administration and e-learning. Lead and support the wider staff team of Residential Support Workers. Ensure the whole team comply with the Statement of Purpose.

About The Service

Newly renovated house located in the Kenton area of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Plenty of space for activities; a play room, as well as a staff office/room to complete necessary documentation. We encourage the staffing team to ensure the young person feels at home by decorating and engaging in activities with them.

Why work for Acedia Care?

Exciting opportunity to join a bespoke Children's home provider. Grow alongside a company that aims to cement itself as a leading provider of Children's services. Be part of a team specialised to our young people, ensuring the best possible outcomes. A bespoke service has been built to suit their needs and to help feel like home. Outstanding senior management team with experience in starting Children's services before.
If the above sounds like something you would be interested in, please don't hesitate to apply, or call the office to discuss on 0191 646 0101.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.50 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Health & wellbeing programme
Application question(s):

Do you have, or working towards, a Level 3 or 4 Diploma (Ofqual Certified) in Children and Young Person Residential Service (or equivalent, such as Residential Childcare)?
Please provide details.

Experience:

Residential Childcare: 3 years (required) Supervising / Managing staff: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person