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Residential Team Leader


Company : Para Group


Location : Derby, England


Created : 2025-08-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We are hiring a Team Leader for our Residential Children's Home in Derby . Salary: Up to 33,540 per annum Hours: Full-time, Permanent (40 hours/week) Shift Pattern: 2 on 2 off including evenings, weekends, and on average 3 sleeps per month . Sleep-in Rate: 65 per sleep-in (included in total salary package) Voluntary Overtime Available "Empowering Futures, Nurturing Potential" This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and be part of a forward-thinking organisation that prides its self in been child focused while at the same time believing in investing in its team. What we aim to do is offer support and nurture for children and young people with emotional behaviour difficulties ; and help navigate through day-to-day life using the therapeutic trauma informed ARC model. The role of Team Leader involves : Leading shifts and supervising junior members of staff Undertaking agreed, delegated management responsibilities on an ongoing basis Supporting the young peoples emotional needs Contributing towards maintaining a safe, warm and homely environment Providing outstanding care to children while applying their individual care plans Taking the children on activities Liaising with families and professionals to ensure the best possible care is being provided and carried out Taking a proactive approach in supporting the children with attending and engaging in their education To make and maintain accurate records of the childs day, including any incidents that may occur Carry out general housekeeping duties, including cooking, cleaning, and completing health and safety checks Apply safeguarding knowledge to ensure the safety and wellbeing of everyone in the home Comply with GDPR and Health and Safety regulations What we are looking for from you: QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People or equivalent (Essential) Experience in a children's home setting (essential) Passion to help nurture young people Be able to work shift patterns including sleep ins Full, UK driving licence (essential) All candidates must be over the age of 21 to meet industry regulations What we can offer: A salary up to 33,540 per year, depending on qualifications (65 per sleep-in - average 3 sleeps per month) Enrolment into company pension scheme 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays Comprehensive, paid induction training and ongoing training within the role Monthly recognition awards Casual dress code Free meals during shift As a company we are offering an annual bonus every year based on performance of the home - potential earning can be up to 1000 ERS (Employee Referral Scheme) up to 250 per referral. TPBN1_UKTJ