Team Leader/senior Support Worker

**JOIN US as a Team Leader - Make a Real Difference**

At One Home Care, we believe in creating safe, nurturing homes where both children and carers thrive.

We provide residential childcare across the Midlands and North West and we are proud to say that our homes are places where compassion, consistency and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Our home in Preston is a 3-bedroom residential home which provides specialised care to children who suffer with poor mental health and who require a non-institutionalised placement to provide the care they need.

The team will comprise of a Manager, Deputy Manager, Registered Mental Health Nurses, Team Leaders and residential support staff who together will provide a holistic package of care to every child living in the home which considers all aspects of their wellbeing and individual need to enable them to achieve positive outcomes.

We are now looking for an experienced, committed Team Leader / Senior Residential Care Worker to join our dedicated team in Preston, Lancashire.

This is more than just a job - it’s a chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children, while being part of a team that genuinely supports and values each other.

**Why Choose One Home Care?**

**Because we don’t just care for children - we care for our staff too**
- Competitive Pay: £14.80-£15.90/hr (+ £64.80-£65.90 per sleep-in) - Up to £39,936 per year
- Bonuses: Up to £1,000 Attendance Bonus
- Career Growth: Full induction, ongoing training and leadership development
- Annual Leave: 15 days (247.5 hours) - equivalent to 30.9 days allowance
- Team Culture: Biannual team-building, peer support and shadow shifts for new starters
- Extra Perks: Health Shield Cash Back Health Plan, Blue Light Card, Bright HR EAP, Staff Referral scheme up to £750 and more

**What You’ll Do**

As a Team Leader, you’ll take the lead in providing a warm, stable and therapeutic home environment for our young people. You’ll support your team day-to-day, acting as a role model and guide to ensure that every child feels safe, respected and supported to thrive.

**Essentia**l - experience of working in a mental health setting or in a residential setting supporting children with complex/mental health needs.

**Desirable Qualifications** - NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care / Community Mental Health and Psychiatry QLS Level 4 qualification.

**Your key responsibilities include**:

- Building strong, trusting relationships with young people
- Creating an inclusive, non-discriminatory environment where all children feel seen and valued
- Using trauma-informed and PACE-based approaches in daily care
- Acting as a Key Worker for individual young people, helping them achieve their care plan goals
- Supporting educational, emotional and social development
- Advocating for the voices and rights of each young person
- Helping prepare young people for adulthood through life skills and resilience-building
- Providing safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children in our care

**Leadership Responsibilities**

As a senior team member, you’ll also:

- Lead shifts and provide on-the-ground supervision
- Mentor, guide and support Residential Support Workers
- Model excellent practice in care and communication
- Assist in training and induction of new staff
- Ensure quality record-keeping, report writing and care planning
- Contribute to maintaining a safe, positive and well-run home

**What We’re Looking For**
- A genuine passion for making a difference in young lives
- Previous experience in residential childcare
- Confidence in leading a shift and mentoring others
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
- Knowledge of safeguarding and children’s home regulations (Children's Homes Regulations 2015 & Quality Standards)
- A flexible, calm and reliable approach to work

**Benefits and Support You Can Count On**
- Paid overtime (at enhanced rate) and double pay on Bank Holidays
- Weekly overtime pay periods
- Paid pension scheme
- Fully funded training and induction
- Access to employment support via Bright HR
- Health cashback plan through Health Shield
- Company vehicle use and free DBS check

**Ready to Apply?**

If you’re looking for a role where you’ll be truly valued, encouraged to grow and where your work genuinely changes lives - One Home Care would love to hear from you.

Be part of something meaningful. Join One Home Care today.

**The above job description does not form part of your main terms and conditions of employment, and does not include or define all tasks. The registered provider reserves the right to vary duties and responsibilities at any time.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.80-£15.90 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 45 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount

**Experience**:

- Residential Childcare: 2