Children's Home Team Leader

Children's Home Team Leader

Application Deadline:

Location: Stockton-on-Tees, North Yorkshire

Region: North Yorkshire

Country: GB

Postcode: TS18 4LJ

Category: Any

Closing Date: T02:00:05.6

Salary: £39,728 - £47,232 assuming good attendance and 1-2 sleep ins per month

About the Role

Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day-to-day life. This involves being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well-rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way, but also those small moments that feel like huge victories!

Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our team leaders are fulfilled by affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, celebrating the little things.

Responsibilities

• Take care of our young people daily, ensuring smooth operations and creating lasting memories.
• Support staff team and ensure the home operates to high standards.
• Prepare to deputise for the Registered and Deputy Managers.
• Build relationships with young people, demonstrating compassion, emotional resilience, and support.
• Provide leadership that inspires colleagues.

What We Offer

• Salary: Base salary of £36,568 - £44,072
• Bonuses: Up to 3 sleep ins per month at £80 each (approx. £2,880/year), Attendance allowance up to £1,400/year, £1,000 Welcome Bonus after 6 months, £1,000 Loyalty Bonus after 12 months
• Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy
• Holiday: 7 weeks' holiday annually
• Progression: Opportunities for promotion from within and participation in the 'Aspire' future managers programme
• Benefits: Flexible benefits package including increased/decreased holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance; Medical cover; High-street discounts
• Meals: Provided while at work
• Work Environment: Beautiful settings with excellent facilities

Our Values and Qualifications

We celebrate everyone's differences and promote inclusion. Our young people come from diverse backgrounds, and our workforce reflects this.

Requirements:

• 'Can do' attitude and team spirit
• Genuine care, honesty, and empathy
• Resilience to challenging situations
• Full UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months)
• Level 3 Children's Residential Care qualification

New team leaders will join our 'Care Academy' for 4 weeks of training with experienced professionals to support your preparation.

About Witherslack Group

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. We are a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, embracing individuality and championing neurodiversity.

Applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities are welcome. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and workplace practices. We support adjustments throughout the process and in employment. This role requires an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search.

This post is subject to our safeguarding policies and exclusive of any external links or references.

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