Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Sunderland Service: Residential care for young people aged 7–17 (EBD & Mild Learning Difficulties)⏳ Shifts: 8am–8pm and some 8am–8pm + sleep-ins Base Salary: £27,144 – £36,192 Sleep-In Allowance: £52 per night (8–10 per month) Earning Potential: Up to £41,184 per year
About the Position
Are you ready to step into a leadership role within a children’s residential setting? Whether you’re an experienced Senior Practitioner or a Residential Support Worker looking to progress, this Team Leader role could be the perfect next step.
We have five opportunities available across multiple homes in Sunderland. As a Team Leader, you’ll provide guidance and structure for staff while supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD).
This is a chance to join a well-established organisation that holds a strong Ofsted “Good” rating and is striving for Outstanding.
What You’ll Need
- ✔ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent – see below)
- ✔ Prior experience in a children’s residential care environment (or similar)
- ✔ Confidence managing behaviours that challenge and promoting a nurturing culture
- ✔ Full UK Driving Licence – essential
- ✔ Ability to communicate clearly in English (including understanding UK dialects)
- ✔ Minimum age requirement: 22/23 (in line with regulations)
Other qualifications considered:A Level 3 in Adult Social Care will be accepted if you can show experience of working directly with children.
Key Duties
- Leading shifts and providing direction to less experienced staff
- Acting as a positive role model and key worker for young people
- Supporting emotional, social, and practical development of children in your care
- Contributing to care planning, safeguarding, and behaviour management
- Promoting independence and life skills in a safe, supportive environment
What’s on Offer
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