Team Leader (Children's Home

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join the team at Lorac Lodge. This role is vital in ensuring high-quality, consistent care for children and young people within a safe and structured residential environment. You will play a key leadership role in supporting positive outcomes and day-to-day care delivery.

Lorac Lodge provides specialist residential care for children and young people within a supportive and therapeutic setting. The organisation is committed to delivering child-centred care that promotes stability, wellbeing, and personal development while meeting regulatory standards.

Be Open and Transparent

Demonstrate Accountability

Display Integrity

Act Inclusively

Be Proud

Share Knowledge Always

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults. We require you to understand and demonstrate this commitment

Provide leadership during shifts, guiding and supporting the care team.

Act as the senior point of contact on shift, ensuring effective handovers and continuity of care.

Promote a positive and professional team culture focused on safeguarding and child-centred care.

Ensure care plans are implemented effectively and reflect individual needs.

Monitor young people’s progress and contribute to care plan reviews.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care and daily activities.

Work collaboratively with families, schools, social workers, and external professionals.

Support and mentor new or less experienced staff members.

Assist management with supervision, training coordination, and performance monitoring.

Support quality assurance processes and compliance with Ofsted standards.

Contribute to preparing the home for inspections and implementing improvements.

Respond effectively to incidents, safeguarding concerns, and emergencies.

Experience in a senior or leadership role within children’s residential care.

Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs.

Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and Ofsted regulations.

NVQ or BTEC Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or working towards it).

Excellent communication and record-keeping skills.

Safeguarding and Child Protection training.

Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and positive behaviour support (desirable).

Ability to manage challenging situations and emergencies.

Enhanced DBS clearance.

Right to work in the UK.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Supportive, collaborative team atmosphere.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.

The chance to make a lasting, positive impact on residents' lives.

Full-time hours

Paid DBS (terms Apply)

Funded Mandatory Training

Opportunity to take part in bespoke training & gain qualifications relevant to your role

Access to Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Years of Service Award

Access to Mental Health First Aider

Excellent Opportunity for career growth and development

Optional Birthday Off

Pension Scheme (contribution 3% by employer and 5% by employee)

We are proud to support diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including BAME, LGBTQ+, and disabled individuals. We only work with partners who have a proven record of advocating for inclusivity and equal opportunities in the workplace.

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