Residential Childrens Team Leader

Job Description

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

Residential Team Leader

Location: Heywood

Pay: £14.67  per hour plus £30 per sleep in

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Cambian, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Residential Team Leader , based within Heywood every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

What You’ll Do

As a Residential Team Leader you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.

Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping.

Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support.

Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects.

Keep essential records to ensure the best possible care.

Where You’ll Do It

Our home is a nurturing and supportive environment where children can feel safe, valued, Respected and encouraged to grow. The team have their own individual Strengths. They are very supportive and encourage one another to develop in area’s where they may lack confidence. There is an experienced leadership team here so there is no shortage on support.  

There is currently one young person in placement who has been in the home for 19 month she has built up some really good strong relationships and has been supported in all aspects of her life. Learning Health and focus on talents and skills. The current young person has a great sense of humour and is a typical teenager.

Our home have a team of six who are trained in therapeutic parenting, they are experienced  and are skilled in supporting children with complex needs and behaviours. A wide range of training is offered to meet each individual child needs and behaviours

Who You Are

Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others.

No prior experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide the training.

Why Join Us?

Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)

Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after two years

24/7 support: Helpline and hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation

A Welcoming Home: Work in a comfortable and well-designed space

Expert Training: Two weeks of fully funded induction

Career Growth: Fully Funded Diplomas (Levels 3-5) and clear pathways for promotion

Supportive Team: Work with people who care as much as you do

Your Next Step

This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!

Safeguarding Statement

Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. xwzovoh All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.