Team Leader

Team Leader | Southport | Full Time – shift patterns, sleep ins and on call | £13 per hour

Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional care for children in their residential homes. They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every child in their care, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive.

The team upholds the motto of "Inspiring empowerment, nurturing self-expression, breaking down barriers." Dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and caring environment, they use the least restrictive practices to help children gain lifelong skills for independent living. By supporting children to learn and develop daily, they create a personalised, person-centred service that empowers them to take ownership of their lives and futures.

As a Team Leader, you will join our client’s newly Ofsted registered solo homes in Southport. You will play a vital role in shaping the experiences of these individuals, contributing to their growth and happiness.

Are you the right person for the job?

• A minimum of 12 months experience working in a children's residential home
• Enhanced Disclosure check required
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Relevant experience in residential care management preferred

What will your role look like?

Primary:

• Establish, maintain, and develop a positive environment within the home conducive to emotional security and personal growth
• Embrace and uphold the company's philosophy and policies
• Plan and participate in recreational and social activities for the children, fostering constructive engagement
• Respect and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work

Children’s Care:

• Build trusting relationships with children based on mutual respect and understanding
• Encourage socially acceptable behaviour and provide guidance and counselling when needed
• Take responsibility for the safe supervision of children, including undertaking casework and implementing care plans as a Key Worker

Staff Team

• Take responsibility for your own professional development
• Actively participate in staff meetings, supervisions, and training sessions
• Support the induction and initial training of new staff members

Assessment, Recording, and Reporting:

• Utilise company mechanisms to record children's progress and development
• Contribute to accurate report writing and attend relevant meetings as required

Resources

• Make effective use of available resources within the home and community
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in living and social areas

Management, Organisation, and Administration:

• Monitor and improve the quality of relationships between children and staff
• Maintain comprehensive casework records for all children under your care

General Duties:

• Perform tasks as assigned by the Registered Manager or appointed Deputy/Team Leader
• Act as a driver/escort for children when required
• Undertake sleeping-in duties as needed

Core Values

• DIGNITY: Meeting needs with utmost respect for individual dignity
• INCLUSION: Placing the individual at the heart of decisions, ensuring their voice is heard
• RESPECT: Honouring rights, wishes, and feelings in all aspects of support
• EMPOWERMENT: Vital for independence and community integration
• CHOICE: Offering tailored care and fostering positive relationships
• TRUST: Building rapport based on reliability and nurturing care

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay
• Enrolment onto Pension scheme
• Access to staff discount scheme
• Access to free, impartial, staff health and wellbeing services
• Gym Membership
• Excellent training provided
• Time and a half on Bank Holiday's

Our client adheres to The Children’s Act 1989 and related regulations.

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