Team Leader - Children's Residential Services

Sgscare; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's services organization based in Manchester is seeking a passionate Team Leader to lead a children's residential home. The role involves supporting children with complex needs, leading a team, and ensuring high standards of care. Candidates must have experience in children's services and ideally a qualification in Residential Childcare. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, emphasizing a supportive work culture.

Benefits

£400 Refer-a-Friend scheme

Recognition awards

Long service awards

Employee benefits app

Cycle-to-work scheme

Pension

Life cover

Mental Health First Aiders

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Voice events

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with complex needs is essential.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of shifts.
• Provide emotional and practical support to your team.
• Empower children and young people to achieve their goals.
• Ensure high standards of care and safety.
• Support and mentor Support Workers.

Skills

Supporting children with complex needs

Leadership in children's services

Emotional support

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

⭐ Team Leader – Children’s Services ⭐

📍 Location: Ashton-under-Lyne (Manchester)
💷 Salary: £29,494 – £30,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)
⏰ Working Hours: 40 hours per week (with expected overtime to cover sickness and annual leave)
🏡 Service: Children’s Home
👥 Service Users: Children and young people with complex needs
🎓 Qualifications Required: Ideally NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)
🕒 Experience Required: Experience supporting children with complex needs
📄 Employment Type: Permanent

Sponsorship is not available ❌

🚫 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 (this is not deemed equivalent)

• You have qualifications only in Healthcare, NHS, CQC, or as a Nursery Practitioner

• 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.

🏠 The Home

• Location: Ashton-under-Lyne

• Type of Young People: Complex needs

🌟 Who we are looking for…

We are seeking a Children’s Residential Team Leader who is passionate about helping young people live fun, fulfilling, and meaningful lives 💛.

You will:

• Lead the day-to-day running of shifts

• Provide emotional and practical support to your team

• Empower children and young people to achieve their goals

• Ensure high standards of care, safety, and professional practice

• Support and mentor Support Workers

• Commit to working across a variety of shifts on a rota basis

You must share the organisation’s key values: Potential, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Empathy.

🏢 Who you will be working for…

• A growing care provider with strong values and a commitment to developing staff

• Company size, number of homes, future plans and other services not stated

• A team that takes real PRIDE in the support they deliver

💡 Why this Home & Company…

This is an employer that invests in your career, celebrates your success, and supports your wellbeing.

🌱 Progression & Qualification Opportunities

• Funded qualifications – earn while you learn

• Career pathways including Health & Social Care Apprenticeships (Level 3)

• Access to the in‑house training and qualification centre (Swanton Educates)

🎁 Benefits

✨ £400 Refer-a-Friend scheme
✨ Recognition awards for going above and beyond
✨ Long service awards
✨ Employee benefits app with retail discounts
✨ Cycle-to-work scheme
✨ Pension (salary sacrifice)
✨ Life cover
✨ Mental Health First Aiders
✨ Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support)
✨ Employee Voice events throughout the year

🌈 Ethos & Culture

A supportive, person‑centred culture rooted in values that champion inclusion, compassion, and growth.

📨 How to Apply

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

To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

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