Children's Residential Home Team Leader

Residential Support Worker Location: Thorne, Doncaster (DN8) Salary: £24,336 per annum (28-hour contract) | £33,696 per annum (32-hour contract) Home Size: Children's Residential Homes Benefits Salary of £24,336 per annum based on a 28-hour contract Salary of £33,696 per annum based on a 32-hour contract Permanent 28-hour and 32-hour contracts available 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 (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)