Children's Team Leader - EBD Service - £30,000 - Harlow

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded care provider who is seeking a Children's Team Leader to join their specialist Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) service based in Harlow.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced individual to step into a leadership role within a nurturing, child-focused residential setting.

The home supports young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, and the ideal candidate will bring both resilience and compassion to the role.

The Role:

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  Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operations of the home.

  
  


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  Leading shifts and offering hands-on support to children with EBD.

  
  


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  Supervising and mentoring a team of support workers.

  
  


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  Ensuring a high standard of care is delivered at all times.

  
  


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  Promoting emotional well-being, safety, and positive behavioural support strategies.

  
  


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  Supporting care planning and contributing to reviews and assessments.

  
  

Requirements:

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  Minimum of 1-2 years' experience in a children's residential setting, ideally supporting EBD.

  
  


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  Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential.

  
  


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  Confident in leading a team and managing challenging situations.

  
  


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  Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and children's rights.

  
  


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  A passionate, empathetic, and professional approach.

  
  

Package:

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  £30,000 per annum.

  
  


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  Full-time, permanent role.

  
  


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  Ongoing training and professional development.

  
  


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  Supportive team and management structure.

  
  


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  A real opportunity to progress within a growing organisation.

  
  

This is a fantastic chance to join a passionate team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

Our client is looking for someone with genuine dedication to improving outcomes and providing stable, nurturing care.

Interested?