Team Leader – Children’s Residential Care - Day shifts
Enfys Care - Newport
Be part of something special!
Hours: 39 hours per week (mix of shifts and office hours)
Reports to: Registered Manager
At Enfys Care, we’re dedicated to helping young people grow through compassion and care. Make a Real Difference Every Day.
Enfys Care is a growing, values-driven provider of children’s residential care, committed to delivering high-quality, neuro-affirming, child-centred support. We operate a solo-placement model, ensuring each young person receives the time, care, and attention they deserve.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Team Leader to help lead our homes, support staff development, and ensure outstanding care for the young people we support.
If you want to be part of a team that truly understands the impact of trauma and values patience, consistency and connection, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Team Leader, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, leading shifts, supporting staff, and ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance.
You will help create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive, while also supporting the Registered Manager with quality assurance, audits, and service development.
SOLO PLACEMENT HOME – Newport
This is not just a job — it’s a chance to make a real difference every single day.
Why work for us?
Because we care about our staff — and we show it!
✅ Sick pay — because your wellbeing matters
✅ Time and a half for overtime hours over full time— hard work deserves reward!
✅Real opportunity to influence and shape services
✅Supportive leadership team and positive working culture
✅ Sleep-ins paid at £50 per shift (required as part of the role)
✅ Day off for your birthday
✅ Extra day of annual leave every year — up to 5 extra days!
✅ Health & Wellbeing support
✅ Competitive pay
✅ Opportunities for progression & training
✅ Be part of an exciting, growing team from the start
What You’ll Be Doing
Leadership & Team Support
- Lead shifts and support Residential Support Workers on a day-to-day basis
- Mentor and develop staff to deliver high-quality care
- Promote a positive, professional, and supportive team culture
Safeguarding & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with RISCA 2016 and CIW regulations
- Maintain strong safeguarding practices and respond appropriately to concerns
- Implement and follow all policies and procedures
Supporting Young People
- Provide direct support to children and young people in daily routines
- Promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour
- Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and key work sessions
- Ensure young people’s voices are heard and respected
Operations & Quality Assurance
- Maintain accurate records and documentation
- Support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement
- Help ensure the home is safe, welcoming, and well-managed
Multi-Agency Working
- Work closely with social workers, families, and professionals
- Attend meetings and contribute to care reviews
Who we’re looking for:
Essential:
- QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- Experience in a children’s residential care setting
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Knowledge of RISCA and CIW requirements
- Confident leadership and communication skills
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
- Must have a Valid UK Driving licence
Location:
Sound good? Click Apply and come and help us build homes where young people can thrive!
Pay: £16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
