Team Leader - Children's Residential (Nights)

Team Leader - Children's Residential (Nights) This is a nights role. To provide oversight of Support workers within the home, whilst working within a team providing care and support to complex children and young people, ensuring their safety and development of positive outcomes. Responsibilities Create a safe haven where laughter is the language, and hugs are the currency. Oversee the operational running of the home and the team in the absence of the First Line Manager Role model positive behaviours and values, leading by example and inspiring our young people and the staff team. Respect our children’s privacy and fight for their rights. Lead and evaluate the effectiveness of children’s care plans and risk assessments, constantly striving to meet changing children’s needs Support the management team in providing high-quality and person-centred supervision and direction to the staff team Form meaningful relationships with children, their families, and the wider MDT team. Our Ideal Candidate Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with complex and challenging children. Experience of working with young people with emotional and behavioural issues and complex needs including challenging behaviours. A nurturing and supportive individual who provides children with high levels of care and support, enabling them to achieve positive outcomes. Experience of working with children with behaviours that challenge people. Great organisational skills, being creative and able to think outside the box. Effective communication skills, excellent listening skills, and a willingness to learn. Understanding of attachment and trauma in relation to children. Resilience when faced with difficult challenges. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work flexibly and creatively to overcome challenges. Calm under pressure with the ability to think clearly and follow set procedures. Willingness to be flexible and work as part of a rota including sleep ins. Must be over 25 years old Must be a driver and have a clean driving license with no fault claims Why Compassionate Care Group? Competitive Pay: Earn a salary of between £14.90 to 15.90, plus sleep-in shifts at a sleep-in rate of £50. Up to 28 days holiday pay Comprehensive Benefits: DBS check, career development, funded Care Certificate, employee assistance program, referral bonus, pension scheme, social events, and more! Meaningful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in our brand-new Children’s home. Positive Environment: Join our supportive and family-oriented team. Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and advance your career with structured training and development programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr