Children's Team Leader

Children's Team Leader - Make a Difference Every Day Lead with purpose. Support children to thrive. Be part of a home where your work truly matters. Company:

Bay View Childcare Contract:

Permanent, Full Time Hours:

40 hours per week Responsible to:

Registered Manager Location:

Heysham Salary:

Base salary of £28,915.33 per annum, with the potential to earn up to £35,635.33 per annum with sleep-in shifts If you want to be part of a supportive organisation where children are at the heart of everything we do, we'd love to hear from you. Bay View Childcare is looking for a confident, caring and motivated Residential Home Team Leader to join our family-style home in Heysham, supporting up to four children aged 8-18 with social, emotional and behavioural needs. This is more than a supervisory role. You will help shape a safe, nurturing and positive home environment, lead by example, support the day-to-day running of the service, and play a key part in maintaining Good and Outstanding Ofsted standards. About Bay View Bay View Childcare provides safe, nurturing and family-style homes for children who need stability, care and consistent support. We are passionate about creating environments where children feel listened to, valued and able to build brighter futures. Our teams work with compassion, professionalism and ambition, supporting children to develop confidence, resilience and positive relationships. As part of Bay View, you'll join an organisation that values high standards, reflective practice and the people who make a real difference every day. What We're Looking For Experience working in children's residential care or a similar setting, with the confidence to support children with social, emotional and behavioural needs A caring, resilient and child-centred approach, with the ability to build positive relationships and set clear, consistent boundaries The ability to lead by example, motivate others and contribute to a positive team culture A good understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries, recording, care planning and the importance of working to high standards A Level 3 Diploma in Working with Children and Young People, or an equivalent relevant qualification A full UK driving licence and the flexibility to work as part of a residential rota, including sleep-in shifts when required Why Join Bay View? A competitive salary, up to £35,635.33 per year including sleep-in shifts payments (6-8 per month at £70 each) Opportunities to work overtime Regular supervision, guidance and hands-on support from experienced managers Company pension scheme Access to the Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Wellbeing support through the Exchange Provision High-quality training and ongoing CPD to help you grow in your career Clear opportunities to progress within a supportive and ambitious organisation What You'll Be Doing Creating, reviewing and maintaining high-quality care plans that meet legislation, Ofsted standards and Bay View policies Building trusting, positive relationships with children and helping them take part in activities that support their development and wellbeing Leading by example to create a safe, inclusive home where positive behaviour, clear boundaries and high standards are consistently promoted Recording and sharing key information clearly with children, families, professionals and the Registered Manager Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the home and deputising for the Registered Manager when required Helping manage rotas, budgets, sleep-ins, on-call arrangements and household planning Contributing to team meetings, encouraging open communication and supporting a culture of continuous improvement Supporting safe staffing levels, managing absences and carrying out staff supervisions Keeping your knowledge and practice up to date through training, reflection and professional development Acting quickly and appropriately if concerns arise, escalating matters when needed to safeguard children and maintain high standards Ready to take the next step? Apply today and help create a home where children feel safe, supported and able to thrive. Bay View Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Bay View Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. You must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position.

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