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 Northwest 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.

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

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 + £1,000 Sign-on bonus for qualified Team Leaders
- 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.

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.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.80-£15.90 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 45 per week

Additional pay:

• Signing bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Residential Childcare: 2 years (required)
• supervisory: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)
• Diploma level 3/4 in residential childcare (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: TL Grove