Job Title: Team Leader
Location: Chipping, near Preston
Salary: £36,408 per annum
Hourly Rate: £15.25 per hour
Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 2 on 4 off rotating shift pattern, which may include evening, weekend, bank holiday, waking-night and sleep-in duties
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time
Sleep-ins: £54 per sleep
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: Children and young people aged 8–18 with emotional and behavioural needs (EBD)
Qualifications Required:
Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or a recognised equivalent, or the willingness and ability to achieve it within regulatory timescales. A relevant leadership or management qualification is desirable.
Experience Required:
Experience of working with children or young people within residential care, social care, education, youth work or a comparable setting. Previous experience in a senior or shift-leading residential childcare role is desirable.
Who we are looking for:
Our client is looking for a confident, resilient Team Leader to be the consistent and supportive person young people can rely on, while providing leadership, guidance and direction to the team around them.
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Team Leader in Preston employer: Sgscare
Sgscare in Burgess Hill is an exceptional employer dedicated to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for both staff and the children they care for. With competitive pay, a comprehensive pension scheme, and free training opportunities, employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people facing challenges. The collaborative work culture fosters teamwork and respect, making it a rewarding place to build a career in children's residential care.
