Children's Home Team Leader
| Posting date: | 29 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £14.60 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 October 2025 |
| Location: | Morecambe, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | NESI Professionals Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Team Leader – Children’s Residential Care Home
Location: Morecambe, United Kingdom
Full-time | Permanent
Salary: £14.60 Per Hour
Shifts: Rotational (including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins)
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Are you passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the experience, resilience, and leadership skills to support and inspire a team delivering exceptional care? If so, we want to hear from you.
About Us
We provide a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children aged 6 – up till their 18th birthday with emotional and behavioural needs. We are committed to helping every child build a brighter, more independent future.
The Role
As Team Leader, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home. You will support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in leading a team of Residential Support Workers, ensuring the highest standards of care and safeguarding are maintained at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead shifts and ensure consistent, child-centred care
• Supervise, coach and support staff, including contributing to performance appraisals
• Support the development and implementation of care plans
• Manage incidents and safeguarding concerns in line with policy
• Promote positive routines, boundaries, and aspirations for young people
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and organisational policies
• Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of care practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, their families, and external professionals.
What We’re Looking For:
• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential
• At least 2 years’ experience in a residential childcare setting
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring staff – preferred
• Excellent communication, leadership and decision-making skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and child development
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in duties
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary with enhanced sleep-in payments
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for progression
• Supportive management and working environment
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter to sarah@nesiprofessionals.com
Location: Morecambe, United Kingdom
Full-time | Permanent
Salary: £14.60 Per Hour
Shifts: Rotational (including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins)
________________________________________
Are you passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the experience, resilience, and leadership skills to support and inspire a team delivering exceptional care? If so, we want to hear from you.
About Us
We provide a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children aged 6 – up till their 18th birthday with emotional and behavioural needs. We are committed to helping every child build a brighter, more independent future.
The Role
As Team Leader, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home. You will support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in leading a team of Residential Support Workers, ensuring the highest standards of care and safeguarding are maintained at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead shifts and ensure consistent, child-centred care
• Supervise, coach and support staff, including contributing to performance appraisals
• Support the development and implementation of care plans
• Manage incidents and safeguarding concerns in line with policy
• Promote positive routines, boundaries, and aspirations for young people
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and organisational policies
• Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of care practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, their families, and external professionals.
What We’re Looking For:
• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential
• At least 2 years’ experience in a residential childcare setting
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring staff – preferred
• Excellent communication, leadership and decision-making skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and child development
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in duties
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary with enhanced sleep-in payments
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for progression
• Supportive management and working environment
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter to sarah@nesiprofessionals.com