Team Leader - Children and Young People

Posted 27 January 2026
Salary Up to £28800.00 per annum + plus £75 per sleep
LocationPoulton-le-Fylde
Job type Permanent
Discipline Residential, Supported Living & Day Services
ReferenceBBBH431788_1769531120

Job description

Team Leader - 3 Bed Children's Residential EBD Home
Location: Preesall, Lancashire
Salary: £16 per hour / £28,800 per annum + £75 per sleep
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: 1 on 2 off (150 hours per month)

Brook Street Social Care, in proud partnership with a respected children's residential care provider in Preesall,Lancashire, is recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Team Leader to join their compassionate and growing team.

About the Role:


As a Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a nurturing, safe, and structured environment. You will lead a team of residential support workers, ensuring the highest quality of care is consistently delivered while promoting positive outcomes for the children and young people in your care.

Key Responsibilities:


  • Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home

  • Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of care staff

  • Ensure all safeguarding, compliance, and quality standards are met

  • Support the development and implementation of individual care plans

  • Build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals

  • Be part of the on-call rota and cover shifts when required


Requirements:


  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential

  • Previous experience in a senior or team leader role within a children's residential setting

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills

  • A genuine passion for making a difference in young people's lives

  • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts

  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to undergo one)



What's on Offer:


  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Supportive leadership and clear progression pathways

  • A chance to work for an organisation that truly values its staff and the children they care for



Ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference?
Apply today at Brook Street Social Care for more information.

Good luck!


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