Login to Apply

Team Leader - Children's Residential Home
Location: Telford
Salary: £12.50 per hour

Residential care for young people aged 10 to 25 with complex emotional, psychological, and developmental needs.

Servisource are seeking a Team Leader to support other members of staff in the provision of care for young people; ensuring the young people retain their dignity and individuality, and to encourage and enhance their self esteem and quality of life, acting as a team leader as required and being involved in the general activities of the Home.

Key Responsibilities:

* Serve as a support worker, assisting in care and development of care plans.

* Participate in review meetings and prepare reports.

* Take on Team Leader duties as needed.

* Ensure effective handover of information to incoming staff.

* Train junior staff under supervision.

* Support young people with independent living skills.

* Engage in meaningful activities with young people.

* Perform regular checks and monitor behavior.

* Handle enquiries and welcome visitors.

* Escort young people on trips and outings.

* Assist with meals and domestic duties.

* Report incidents, accidents, and illnesses promptly.

* Maintain confidentiality and adhere to Company policies.

* Participate in training and development sessions.

Skills & Knowledge:

Essential:

* Good communication, teamwork and leadership skills

* Willingness to undertake training

* Full UK driving licence, or working towards gaining full driving licence

* Diploma level 3

* Experience in children’s residential care specifically with challenging behaviours

Desired:

* Experience of working in caring environment with young people

* Experience of working with mental health service-users

To apply or for further information contact Siobhan Dyson at Servisource Healthcare