Residential Support Team Leader

• Full-time, permanent basis (40hrs per week)


• Shift work including weekends, public holidays, and willing to attend residential holidays with the children during school holidays


• Salary: £26,000 basic, OTE up to £28,600 per annum including sleep ins, overtime is available (£45.00 per sleep on weekdays and £50 per sleep in at weekends)


• Location: Burghfield, Berkshire (RG7)

Do you have at least 3 years leadership experience working within a residential children’s home?

Have you completed a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent?

Here at Amegreen Childrens Services Ltd, we have a new and exciting opportunity for a Team Leader to play a pivotal role in providing outstanding care and support to our children, empowering them to overcome challenges and thrive in a nurturing environment. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive base salary of £26,000 per annum (OTE upto £28,600 including sleep ins)

At Amegreen Childrens Services Ltd, we are dedicated to providing exceptional residential care for children aged 5 to 18. Since our establishment in 2013, we have been committed to giving them the best possible start in life.

We take immense pride in achieving a good and outstanding rating from Ofsted across all our homes.

About the Team Leader role:

To assist the Registered Manager in the supervision, management, and support of staff in their tasks. To take on delegated aspects of the 24 hour day to day management of the establishment. To work flexibly with the Amegreen Management team to provide a seamless management oversight for the service. On occasion this will involve deputising in the absence of the Registered Manager, taking full responsibility for decisions which need to be taken. He/she will participate in the rota, leading shifts and ensuring day to day arrangements for staff cover are robust and in place. He/she will be expected to make decisions related to casework, risk management, short term resource allocation and child protection. To manage and develop the highest standard of care and treatment interventions for young people worked with by Amegreen Children’s Services.

Skills and experience required as our Team Leader:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent


• Administration / report writing skills


• Previous experience as a Team Leader in a children's care setting.


• Caring and empathetic nature, with effective communication skills.


• In-depth knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations.


• Ability to develop and inspire a high-performing team.

Benefits:

Holiday

• Private use of company caravan (when not in use for our children)


• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Progression

• We want to support you with your career; therefore, we’ll give you the support you need to progress and develop your skills.

Medical and Wellbeing

• Health Cash Plan – claim back from healthcare and wellbeing appointments such as dentists, opticians, sports massages plus many more.


• Free Flu jabs


• Sick pay (after probationary period)


• Employee Assistance Programme

Financial

• Salary, we are offering you a competitive base salary of £26,000 for 40 hours per week


• Bonus – you will be required to do a minimum of 1 sleep-in per week, £45 per weekday and £50 at the weekend, that’s a potential bonus of £2,400 but you can earn more if you wish to do addition sleep-ins


• Company pension


• Childcare support scheme


• Car scheme available for Electric vehicle leases


• Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts

• All employees are eligible for the Blue Light Card, this offers amazing discounts on, family days out, holidays, cinema trips, retail stores plus more!


• Discount on driving lessons from our recommended instructors.


• Discounts with local companies including a Leisure Centre and Chiropractor

Reward and Recognition

• Long service award – discretionary bonus after 5, 10 and 15 years of employment with Amegreen


• Employee of the month discretionary reward

Referrals

• Recommend a friend and earn up to £500!

Equality and Diversity:
Amegreen is committed to being an organisation that allows people to be their authentic selves in a safe and inclusive environment.

We are actively building diverse teams therefore we welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and develop to their full potential. If you require any accessibility adjustments to support your application, please contact us.

Safeguarding and GDPR:
Amegreen Children’s Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all positions are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references.

Adherence to Safeguarding and GDPR requirements and training on these policies and processes is mandatory for all employees. All employees are expected to understand and promote effective Safeguarding and GDPR practices in all aspects of their employment with Amegreen Children’s Services.

Please contact [email protected] if you would like more information on the role

How to apply

If this is the role for you, click the apply button and fill out an application form, it won't take long to complete but we will be unable to consider you until you do. Apply now before you miss your opportunity to start your career with Amegreen.

**We follow safer recruitment practices which requires an application of your full work history to be submitted along with consent to complete an enhanced DBS check ***