Team Leader - Children's Homes

Sgscare; Kettering; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Kettering seeks a passionate Team Leader to support children with learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare and experience in providing emotional support. Responsibilities include promoting well-being, maintaining records, and assisting with daily tasks. Apply today to make a positive difference in the lives of young people.

Benefits

£400 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Employee benefits app with discounts

Life cover

Pension (salary sacrifice)

Qualifications

• Passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical assistance and emotional support for young people.
• Promote health, well-being, education, and recreational activities.
• Maintain accurate records and documents.

Skills

Experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities

Practical assistance and emotional support

Promoting health, well-being, education

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

🌟 Team Leader – Children’s Services 🌟

📍 Location: Little Addington, Kettering (NN14)
💷 Salary: £14.18 per hour (dependent on skills and experience)
⏰ Working Hours: 42 hours per week across a variety of shifts on a rota
🏡 Service: Children’s Home
👥 Service Users: Children with learning disabilities
🎓 Qualifications Required: NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or working towards)
🕒 Experience Required: Experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities
📄 Employment Type: Permanent

❌ Sponsorship is not available

🏠 The Home

• Number of Beds: 6
• Location: Little Addington, Kettering
• Type of YPs: Children with learning disabilities

This residential home supports children with learning disabilities and aims to help them achieve independence, develop through education, and enjoy a fulfilling life.

🌟 Who we are looking for…

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join the team and support the Service Manager in leading day-to-day operations.

You will:

• ✨ Provide practical assistance and emotional support to empower young people to achieve their goals
• ✨ Promote health, well-being, education, and recreational activities
• ✨ Support young people to maintain family and significant relationships
• ✨ Complete records and documents accurately
• ✨ Assist with day-to-day household tasks including cooking, cleaning, and shopping
• ✨ Support young people with personal care and hygiene

Do not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:

• ❌ You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have a car
• ❌ You only hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care (not deemed equivalent)
• ❌ Candidates with only HealthCare, NHS, CQC, or Nursery Practitioner qualifications
• ❌ You require sponsorship – no sponsorship available

Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home will not be considered.

🌱 Progression Opportunity

• Lead and develop a high-performing care team
• Opportunities to grow your career within children’s residential care

🎓 Qualification Opportunity

• Funded qualifications
• Apprenticeships in Health and Social Care (Level 3)
• Access to internal training centre (Swanton Educates)

🎁 Benefits

• ✨ £400 Refer-a-Friend bonus
• ✨ Recognition awards for above-and-beyond contributions
• ✨ Long service awards
• ✨ Employee benefits app with discounts
• ✨ Cycle-to-work scheme
• ✨ Pension (salary sacrifice)
• ✨ Life cover
• ✨ Trained mental health first aiders
• ✨ 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• ✨ Employee Voice events

📨 How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join a professional and dedicated team, apply today.

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