Team Leader – Residential Childcare in Crewe

Were looking for an experienced inspiring Team Leader to join one of our Ofsted-registered Therapeutic Childrens Homes in Crewe.

At Homes for Support you’ll be part of a growing team that provides nurturing trauma-informed care to children and young people aged 5-18 with emotional and behavioural needs.

As a key member of our team you’ll guide and support your shift team while creating safe structured environments where children can thrive.

What makes this role exciting

• You’ll lead daily practice and guide a team delivering outstanding care
• You’ll work closely with the Home Manager building skills to step up in their absence
• You’ll be part of a passionate team supported by the nearby Head Office & Training Centre
• You’ll develop professionally with access to continuous training and leadership pathways

What you’ll be doing :

• Providing warm consistent care in line with safeguarding & therapeutic practices
• Supporting education routines and emotional development
• Promoting life skills cooking budgeting independence
• Leading shifts supervising colleagues and role modelling best practice
• Supporting home operations logs reports and regulatory compliance
• Working closely with families social workers and external partners

What you’ll bring :

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in residential childcare
• Strong communication teamwork and leadership skills
• Confidence in managing challenging situations and supporting complex needs
• A real commitment to child-centred therapeutic care

What you’ll get in return :

• Salary up to 33108 (incl. 10 shifts 10 sleep-ins / month)
• Free meals during shifts
• Access to a company pool car
• Discounts on gyms retail & leisure
• Private medical & dental insurance cash-back scheme
• Bonus schemes monthly rewards & staff events
• Compassionate Pay Sick Pay & Wellbeing Programme

Shift Pattern :

2 days on 4 days off (10 shifts / 10 sleep-ins per month)

Includes 14 days annual leave per year under the pattern.

Ready to take the next step in your childcare career

Apply now or share with someone who would be perfect!