Children's Residential Home Team Leader
| Company: | Purosearch |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,000 to £33,696 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | DN8 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 1 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Children's Residential Team Leader
Location: Thorne, Doncaster (DN8)
Salary:
£24,336 per annum (36-hour contract) |
£33,696 per annum (48-hour contract)
Home Size: Children's Residential Homes
Benefits
• Salary of
£24,336 per annum based on a 36
-hour contract
• Salary of
£33,696 per annum based on a 48
-hour contract
• 12-hour day and night shifts
• Sleep-in payments of
£73 per sleep (where required)
• Annual Partnership Share Scheme
• Annual bonus
• Comprehensive 2-week induction programme with specialist training providers
• Fully supported 6-month induction
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already qualified)
• 28 days annual leave, plus your birthday off each year
• Additional paid stand-down days for exceptional performance
• Enhanced annual leave with long service (1 additional day after 2 years and an additional 2 days after 5 years)
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Company pension
• Casual dress
• Free Enhanced DBS
• Opportunity to work within Good and Outstanding Ofsted-rated homes
• Excellent opportunities for internal career progression, with many Team Leaders and Managers promoted from within
What We're Looking For
• Previous experience working with children and young people in a residential setting (preferred)
• Positive, resilient and empathetic approach to supporting children and young people
• Passion for making a positive difference to the lives of children with complex needs
• Ability to build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model
• Experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism or Learning Disabilities (desirable)
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (preferred), or willingness to complete a fully funded qualification
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations
• Full UK Driving Licence held for at least 12 months (preferred)
• Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this position)
• Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and online safeguarding checks
Key Responsibilities
• Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people within a residential setting
• Build positive, trusting relationships and support young people through their day-to-day lives
• Promote positive outcomes, independence and emotional wellbeing
• Support children during challenging situations using a calm, therapeutic approach
• Assist with daily routines, personal care and recreational activities where required
• Complete care records, reports and other residential documentation accurately
• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming home environment
• Carry out household duties, including cleaning and laundry, while modelling positive life skills
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to meet each young person's individual needs
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times
• Work flexibly across day, night and weekend shifts as part of a rota
To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV direct to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com
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