Team Leader Childrens Home - West London
Posted a month ago
- Brent, Greater London
- Any
- External
- Expires In 2 months
Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support ? Join our committed and professional Team and Make a difference to Children living in residential Care. Starting Salary £29,358 per annum plus sleep-ins (potential to earn up to £34,158 per annum)
Shifts: 08:00 16:00 & 15:00- 23:00 with an average of 2 sleep-in shifts per week until 7am, including weekends and bank holidays
2 weekends off per month
Sleep-ins: £50 / Overtime and Bank holidays paid time and half
Location: Ealing (W13) CSE Home rated outstanding four years in a row
About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
About the Role As Team Leader, you will be directly involved in managing the home and providing positive support for challenging young people aged 12-17. Whether shift leading or joining in with daily activities, you will also share in the leadership of the team, helping to develop staff by modelling high standards of professionalism.
St Christophers Academy At St Christopher`s we can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young peoples lives.
When you join St Christophers, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role ,we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christophers Academy , please visit our website.
We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions.
The successful candidate will have : Desirable professional qualification (CQSW, DipSW, NVQ3), or willingness to undertake Diploma Level 3 for Residential Childcare.
One years experience working at a level of responsibility with children and young people in a residential setting.
An understanding of the regulatory framework relating to the provision of residential services for children and young people.
Good understanding of the needs and risks regarding children in care.
Experience of taking on leadership responsibilities in a teamwork setting.
Ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people maintaining at all times high personal and professional standards.
Excellent communication and team working skills.
In return we offer : Starting Salary £29,358 per annum plus sleep-ins (potential to earn up to £34,158 per annum)
A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
Industry Leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, childrens right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy,
Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
Discretionary Funded Training Programs.
Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.
Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.
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Shifts: 08:00 16:00 & 15:00- 23:00 with an average of 2 sleep-in shifts per week until 7am, including weekends and bank holidays
2 weekends off per month
Sleep-ins: £50 / Overtime and Bank holidays paid time and half
Location: Ealing (W13) CSE Home rated outstanding four years in a row
About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
About the Role As Team Leader, you will be directly involved in managing the home and providing positive support for challenging young people aged 12-17. Whether shift leading or joining in with daily activities, you will also share in the leadership of the team, helping to develop staff by modelling high standards of professionalism.
St Christophers Academy At St Christopher`s we can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young peoples lives.
When you join St Christophers, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role ,we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christophers Academy , please visit our website.
We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions.
The successful candidate will have : Desirable professional qualification (CQSW, DipSW, NVQ3), or willingness to undertake Diploma Level 3 for Residential Childcare.
One years experience working at a level of responsibility with children and young people in a residential setting.
An understanding of the regulatory framework relating to the provision of residential services for children and young people.
Good understanding of the needs and risks regarding children in care.
Experience of taking on leadership responsibilities in a teamwork setting.
Ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people maintaining at all times high personal and professional standards.
Excellent communication and team working skills.
In return we offer : Starting Salary £29,358 per annum plus sleep-ins (potential to earn up to £34,158 per annum)
A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
Industry Leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, childrens right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy,
Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
Discretionary Funded Training Programs.
Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.
Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.
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