Ribble Recruitment are looking for a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join an established Children's Residential home. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role within a dynamic team, supporting children and young people while helping shape the home's culture, practice, and routines.

As Team Leader, you will support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, child-centred care, supervising staff, and ensuring the home operates safely, compliantly, and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

*

Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision to the care team

*

Support the Registered Manager in delivering a safe, nurturing, and aspirational environment for children and young people

*

Promote positive behaviour management and trauma-informed care practices

*

Assist in staff development, mentoring, and performance monitoring

*

Ensure safeguarding procedures and safer recruitment practices are followed at all times

*

Support the home in meeting Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted Quality Standards

*

Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and reviews for children

*

Maintain accurate records, reports, and logs in line with organisational and regulatory requirements

*

Step in as acting manager when required, gaining exposure to leadership responsibilities

About You

You will:

*

Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent); Level 5 leadership training is desirable

*

Have a minimum of 2 years' experience working in a children's residential setting

*

Demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and trauma-informed care

*

Be confident supervising staff and leading shifts

*

Be reliable, resilient, and values-driven, committed to achieving positive outcomes for children

*

Have excellent communication and teamworking skills

What We Offer

*

Competitive salary and benefits

*

Full support and mentorship from the Registered Manager

*

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

*

The chance to contribute to opening a new children's home and shaping its culture and practice

*

A supportive, collaborative, and child-focused working environment

Please click 'apply' or send your CV to the email provided