Team Leader – Residential Children’s Care | Preston, Lancashire
Full-Time | £14.85–£15.90/hr + £60 sleep-in | Career Progression Available
Are you ready to lead a team that’s redefining children’s residential care?
We’re partnering with a trailblazing children’s care provider in Preston that’s transforming the way care is delivered for young people with complex needs. This is a chance to make a real, lasting impact while growing your leadership career.
The Role
As Team Leader, you’ll guide a team of dedicated staff, ensuring every child in your care feels safe, supported, and empowered. You’ll be hands-on, mentoring your team, maintaining quality standards, and shaping care plans that truly make a difference.
What you’ll do:
- Lead, mentor, and inspire your team to deliver outstanding care.
- Oversee and maintain tailored care plans for each child.
- Act as a positive role model, championing trauma-informed approaches.
- Ensure operational excellence: staffing, rotas, budgets, and compliance.
- Drive a culture of positivity, inclusivity, and professional growth.
What We’re Looking For
- Passion for working with young people and making a difference.
- Leadership experience in a care setting, with strong team management skills.
- Knowledge of BESD (Behavioural, Emotional, Social Difficulties) and trauma-informed care.
- Secondary education with strong literacy & numeracy; UK driving licence.
Bonus: Experience in residential care, knowledge of childcare legislation, and a track record in developing high-performing teams.
What’s On Offer
- Competitive pay + sleep-in payments and performance bonuses.
- Company pension, flexible schedule, and extra shift opportunities.
- Career growth with access to Level 3/4 Diplomas in Residential Childcare and ongoing professional development.
- Be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that’s setting new standards in the industry.
If you’re driven, compassionate, and ready to lead by example, this is your chance to be part of a truly innovative organisation changing lives every day.
Apply today and help us shape the future of children’s care.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.85-£15.90 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Application question(s):
- Are you legally authorised to work in the UK without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future?
Work Location: In person
