Residential Children's Team Leader

Residential Children's Team Leader

Location: Nelson, Lancashire

Contract: Full Time

Role Type: Permanent

Working Hours per Week: 40

Salary: £13.71 per hour

Closing Date: Saturday 31 January 2026

Care Tech Community Services established in 1993 has 250 services with continuous growth with new developments/services. Care Tech Community Services is a national provider of support for people with complex and challenging behaviours associated with autism, learning disabilities, mental health illness and neurological conditions. We support people to live as independently as possible within their own homes and also in residential care.

We are committed to providing the highest levels of care to our residents. All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and all employees are checked against the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). Care Tech are proud to announce they are a Disability Confident Leader.

• Support young people with their daily routines; getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
• Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.
• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects.
• Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

• Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager – focused on achieving outcomes for others.
• Experience or qualification in residential childcare.

• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.).
• Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years.
• 24/7 support:
  Helpline and hardship grants via the Care Tech Foundation.
• Welcoming Home:
  Work in a comfortable and well-designed space.
• Expert training:
  Two weeks of fully funded induction.
• Career growth:
  Fully funded diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotion.
• Supportive team:
  Work with people who care as much as you do.

Care Tech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.