Team Leader - LD Children's Home

Are you passionate about improving lives of children and young people? Do you have the experience, skills and commitment to lead a dedicated residential childcare team?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Team Leader to join our learning disabilities residential children's home in Formby.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people who are looked after, helping them feel safe, valued, listened to and supported to achieve their full potential.

About us:

Family Care are a family-owned social care provider working therapeutically with children for over 30 years, we are committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where every child and young person can thrive.

About the role:

Working closely with the Registered Manager and the wider management team, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the children’s home, providing leadership, guidance and support to staff while ensuring that children receive the highest standards of care.

As Team Leader, you will lead, motivate and support your staff team to deliver high quality, child centred care within a safe, nurturing and positive environment. You will help ensure the effective day to day management of the home, promoting safeguarding, consistency and good practice at all times. Working within the home’s Therapeutic Model, you’ll collaborate closely with our in-house therapeutic practitioners to ensure every young person receives the consistent, personalised support they need to make lasting, positive changes in their lives.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading, motivating and supervising the residential childcare team, promoting high standards of practice and professional development.
• Supporting the Registered Manager with the effective management and smooth running of the home.
• Preparing and managing staff rotas to ensure appropriate staffing levels and continuity of care.
• Ensuring the safety, welfare and safeguarding of all children and young people, responding promptly to any concerns.
• Contributing to care planning, reviews, meetings and assessments, ensuring children's individual needs are understood and met.
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date records, reports and documentation in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Building positive relationships with children, families, social workers and other professionals.
• Ensuring that children are treated with dignity and respect, and that their individual abilities, identities, cultures and backgrounds are recognised.
• Supporting children with their personal care and physical needs, including moving and handling where required by their care plans.
• Managing delegated budgets and ensuring accurate financial records.
• Participating in sleep-in duties and providing on-call support as part of a rota.
• Promoting a positive, inclusive and supportive environment where children are encouraged to develop their independence, confidence and life skills.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for someone who is passionate about children’s residential care and has the confidence and ability to lead by example.

You will be a positive role model who can inspire and motivate others, remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions in the best interests of children and young people.

• A minimum Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• At least one year’s experience working within a children’s residential care setting
• Experience working with children, young people or adults with learning disabilities.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• The ability to lead, motivate and support a team effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to produce clear, accurate and professional reports and records.
• The confidence to make appropriate decisions and manage challenging situations.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and anti-discriminatory practice.
• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals.

What we offer:

• Salary: up to £36,159 per annum (this includes sleep-in allowance)
• Extensive training and career progression
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Standard contributory pension
• Long Service Rewards

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Family Care is committed to safeguarding and always promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects the post holder to share this commitment. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we select the suitable candidates. 

All offers of employment are subject to safeguarding checks, both an Enhanced DBS check and comprehensive references will be carried out. We are permitted to ask whether an applicant has any convictions, cautions or reprimands or final warnings (spent or otherwise) under the current guidance, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions) Order 1975. Please note that disclosure of a criminal background will not debar you from employment.