CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL TEAM LEADER/SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER
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Lancaster
£41,346 per annum – including an average of just 8 sleep-ins per month
Full manual UK driving licence essential
No sponsorship available
I'm currently supporting a well-established specialist care organisation with the recruitment of a Team Leader for a children's residential service in Lancaster.
We're particularly keen to speak with experienced senior support workers / team leaders who have a background supporting people with Learning Disabilities, whether that experience has been within children's services or young adult services.
This could be a great opportunity for someone who wants to use their experience to make a genuine difference while progressing within a well-supported organisation.
The role will involve:
- Leading and supporting a team of care staff
- Supporting young people with complex needs and developing independence
- Monitoring care plans and contributing to reports
- Supporting the management team with day-to-day running of the service
- Building positive, trusting relationships with young people
- Planning activities and supporting positive outcomes
- Providing guidance, encouragement and consistency to the wider team
- Approximately 8 sleep-ins per month
We're ideally looking for someone with:
Previous experience within children's residential care, or strong LD experience with young adults
Experience in a senior/support or team-leading capacity
Level 3/4 qualification xgikmsk in Children's Residential / Children's Workforce or relevant equivalent
Strong understanding of safeguarding and person-centred support
A genuine passion for supporting people with additional needs
Full manual UK driving licence
What's on offer?
- £41,346 including sleep-ins
- £500 welcome bonus following successful probation
- £1,000 refer-a-friend scheme
- Enhanced DBS paid for
- Ongoing training and development
- Clear progression opportunities
- A supportive management structure
Senior Residential Support worker employer: P4 Recruitment Ltd Careers
Join a dynamic organisation in Blackburn that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth, offering a supportive work culture where your contributions directly impact the lives of children in care. With competitive salaries, hybrid working options, and a commitment to ongoing training and development, this role as HR Manager provides a meaningful opportunity to shape HR practices within a regulated environment. Experience a workplace that values engagement, compliance, and a positive organisational culture, making it an excellent choice for dedicated HR professionals.
Contact Details:
P4 Recruitment Ltd Careers Recruitment Team
