Witherslack Group
Shift Leader - Children's Homes
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Shift Leader - Children's Homes
# Children’s Homes Team Leader
Key Details
- Salary: £36,231 - £40,640 (assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep-ins per month)
- Base salary: £30,991 - £35,400 + up to £5,240/year in bonuses (sleep-ins and attendance allowance)
About the Role
This is a vital and deeply rewarding position in a Children’s Home where you will play an essential role in shaping the lives of young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH). As a Team Leader, you’ll be part of moments of huge small victories—supporting young people in recovering some of their childhood while helping them grow into well-rounded, resilient adults.
What You’ll Achieve
- Create lasting, life-affirming differences for young people in care.
- Build strong relationships while maintaining professional leadership.
- Step in to deputise for the lead team leaders, ensuring smooth operations.
- Lead by example—inspiring and supporting the team while upholding high standards.
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Your Success in the Role
Being a Team Leader requires empathy, emotional resilience, and leadership skills. You’ll need:
- A ‘can-do’ attitude—ability to roll up your sleeves and help others.
- Empathy and honesty—pride in caring for young people and colleagues.
- Resilience—ability to navigate challenging situations.
- Full UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months).
Training & Development
- A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy to build confidence and skills.
- If you lack a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, we’ll fund and support you in gaining it.
- Opportunities to progress upwards within the organisation, including the ‘Aspire’ future managers programme.
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Benefits Package
✅ Generous salary & bonus structure ✅ 7 weeks’ holiday ✅ Free meals while at work ✅ Reimbursement for valid medical expenses (e.g., dentistry, opticians) ✅ Flexible benefits package (adjustable holiday, pension, life insurance) ✅ Employee assistance and wellbeing support ✅ High-street discounts
Culture & Values
🌈 Belonging — We celebrate diversity and individuality. 🚀 Inclusion — We value neurodiversity, unique backgrounds, and lived experiences. 🏠 Empowerment — Every member of our team is encouraged to be their authentic selves.
Safeguarding Commitments
- Enhanced DBS check (cost covered).
- Inclusive and accessible recruitment processes.
Join now and change lives—together.
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