Children's Home Team Leader

Location: Chipping, near Preston
Salary: £34,496 per annum equivalent, based on £15.25 per hour plus £54 per sleep
Shift pattern: 2 on, 4 off, with two working days followed by four days off on a rotating rota.

Theracare provides safe, nurturing homes for children and young people aged 8 to 18 with emotional and behavioural needs. As a Team Leader, you will guide staff, lead shifts and help create a home where children feel secure, valued and understood. We believe supporting our staff is essential to providing great care.

• Lead shifts, allocate duties and support the safe daily running of the home.
• Provide care tailored to each child's needs, care plans and risk assessments.
• Guide and mentor staff, promoting good practice and addressing concerns appropriately.
• Build trusting relationships with children, listening to their wishes and feelings.
• Support daily routines, education, appointments and activities that encourage confidence and independence.
• Respond to incidents and safeguarding concerns, escalating to management when needed.
• Maintain accurate records, oversee staff documentation and deliver effective handovers.
• Work with families, social workers and other professionals to support children's progress.

• Experience working with children or young people in residential care, social care,...