Job Description

Team Leader - Children's Residential Home (EBD)

Location:

Chorley, Lancashire

Contract:

Permanent | Full-Time | 2 on / 4 off with regular sleep?ins

Why Join Us?

Be part of a nurturing,

child-centred

team making real impact in the lives of children and young people aged 7-17 with

Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

.


We're a

small and stable organisation

with just four homes -- focused on

quality over growth

, where every member of staff is valued, heard, and supported.

Pay & Hours - Transparent Breakdown

Hourly Rate:

15.00

Base Salary:

29,259 per year

Sleep-ins:

10 per month at 60 each (7,200 per year)

Attendance Bonus:

100/month (~1,200 per year)

Overtime Pay:

1.3x hourly rate (when available)

On-Target Earnings:

~37,659/year

(base + sleep-ins + bonus)*

Shift Pattern:

2 on / 4 off with regular sleep-ins

About the Home

Type:

3-bed Children's Residential Home

Young People:

Aged 7-17 | EBD

Approach:

Therapeutic, consistent, and

relationship-based care

in a structured and nurturing environment

What You'll Do

? Lead shifts and role model best practice in a small, experienced team


? Ensure safeguarding and welfare of children at all times


? Oversee care planning, key working, and behaviour support


? Coordinate routines, activities, and outings that build confidence and independence


? Keep high-quality records aligned with legislation and Ofsted standards


? Mentor colleagues and support inductions/training


? Liaise with families, social workers, and multi-agency partners

What You'll Bring

? Essential:

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent or working towards)*
Experience as a Residential Support Worker or Senior RSW

Strong safeguarding awareness

, resilience, and a calm, child-focused approach
? Note: Level 3 Health & Social Care is not an accepted equivalent for this role.

Growth & Benefits

Progression:

Internal promotions & structured development

Training:

Dedicated training academy, full induction, and welcome programme

Leave:

5.6 weeks' annual leave + extra days at 2 & 5 years' service

Wellbeing:

Health benefits & discounted gym memberships

Pension:

Company auto-enrolment pension scheme

Recognition:

100 monthly attendance bonus | Enhanced overtime pay (1.3x)

Apply Now

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to grow your career in a

stable, therapeutic setting

, we'd love to hear from you.

Click "Apply" now

Or email:

job@sgscare.co.uk

Or call:

01423 393 019

for a confidential chat

Sponsorship is not available for this role.