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Role: Team Leader Residential
Salary:per annum
Location:Chesterfield
Contract/Hours:Permanent/Full Time 37 hours per week
Interviews:to be held week commencing the 2nd of June 2025
Benefits:
Vulnerable children in the UK need your help.
Wherever you work in the Action for Children family youll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK. Last year we helped more than 688000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood and the foundations they need to thrive.
Why Action for Children
Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. Its the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that when we work together we can make Role: to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable childrens lives.
A bit about the service:
Chesterfield is an exciting new residential home that offers accommodation and support for children and young people aged 18 years with both physical and learning disabilities. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every individual can thrive.
As a Team Leader you will play a vital role in helping our young people achieve their personal goals and develop their independence. You may be asked to sleep in on occasions and you will earn an extra 50 for each one.
A bit about the role
In the role of Team Leader you will be responsible for leading a team to create a safe nurturing and stimulating environment for our children. You will supervise and support residential support workers by providing guidance and training ensuring they understand and implement care plans effectively. You also work with other professionals to develop and implement individualised care plans that addresses the specific needs of each child. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children at all times is crucial which means adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures. Maintaining open effective communication with the children their families and other professionals involved in their care is also key. In addition to these responsibilities you will act as a direct cover for the registered manager in their absence. Furthermore youll handle administrative tasks such as managing rotors maintaining records and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
How youll help to create brighter futures
Lets talk about you.
You will find full job description attached job description details the requirements of the role but the musthaves are:
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Application Process
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
There are five sections to complete: Personal Details CV Supporting Statement & Information Equality & Diversity Submission & Declaration.
Talent Pool
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Contact:Shannon Neander or email us atquoting reference 11309
Diversity equality and inclusion
At Action for Children were dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace.
Weactivelyencourageapplications from Black Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are underrepresented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.
Male staff are underrepresented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants to apply.
Dont meet every single requirement
If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with the job description wed love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role or another role within the Action for Children family.
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See below for further information about working with us:
Action for Children Employee Benefits
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