Team Leader – Children’s Residential Care
Location: Burnley
Salary: £28,000 – £36,550 per annum (plus bonuses and sleep-in allowance averaging £3,300 per year)
Hours: Full-time, day and night shifts with overtime and weekend availability
Contract: Permanent

Essential Requirements

• Experience supporting children and young people with emotional and challenging behaviours and/or learning difficulties
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and person-centred support
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and development

Desirable:

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Knowledge of care planning systems
• Supervisory experience

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Team Leader to join a brand-new therapeutic children’s home in Burnley. You’ll be part of a small, supportive team dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and positive environment where children and young people can thrive.

As a Team Leader, you will:

• Supervise and support residential childcare staff in delivering high standards of care
• Act as Key Worker for young people, supporting their social, educational, and personal development
• Assist with care planning, reviews, and record keeping
• Manage and implement behaviour management strategies
• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted standards and organisational policies
• Support health, safety, and safeguarding at all times

Benefits

• Enhanced sleep-in rate (average £3,300 per annum)
• Loyalty bonus up to £500
• Staff attendance bonus (every 6 months)
• Ofsted outcome bonus
• Refer a Friend scheme (up to £400)
• Free meals on shift
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Compliance

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and right-to-work checks.

Apply Now

If you’re an energetic, caring, and motivated individual ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join a growing team and make a real difference in children’s lives.