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Team Leader - Children's Homes

Horizon Transitional Care
Wolverhampton Full-time
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About us

We are a family\-owned, values\-led organisation based in Wolverhampton, providing residential care for children and young people. An ethical and therapeutic care provider, known for high\-quality outcomes, strong leadership, and consistent Ofsted excellence.

We exist to give every young person in our care the best possible start to adulthood, delivered by stable, well\-led teams who take pride in their work and their impact.

We are a close\-knit team where people matter more than process, our staff are supported, celebrated and invested in. We are proud to be a National Living Wage employer.

Job purpose

The Team Leader will support the Registered Manager in the day\-to\-day operational running of the children's home, providing strong, visible leadership to the residential support worker team on shift. The Team Leader will act as a positive role model, ensuring that the highest standards of therapeutic, trauma\-informed care are consistently delivered in line with Ofsted regulations, the Children's Home Regulations 2015 and the organisation's values.

Salary

£42,997\.5 \- £46,410

Benefits:

  • Condensed rota pattern

  • Loyalty bonus

  • Ofsted performance related bonus

  • Growth and development opportunities into deputy and registered management

  • Employee Assist Programme

  • Car Salary Sacrifice scheme

  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including Diplomas in residential children's care (Level 3, 4 and 5\)

  • Blue Light Card scheme

  • Employee Discount Scheme

  • Sleep\-in rate — £40\.00 per shift (approximately 4 per month)
What we're looking for:
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a residential childcare setting

  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards it

  • Some experience in a senior or leadership capacity (desirable)

  • Calm, resilient and values\-led with strong communication skills

  • Flexible to work shifts including evenings, weekends and sleep\-ins

  • Full UK driving licence preferred
Right to work

All applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Safeguarding commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as a condition of employment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974\.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Pay: £42,997\.50\-£46,410\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Casual dress

  • Company events

  • Company pension

  • Discounted or free food

  • Employee discount

  • Free parking

  • On\-site parking

  • Referral programme
Work Location: In person

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