Full-Time | 2 On, 4 Off Shift Pattern
Ready to take the next step in your residential childcare career?
At EH Care, we believe great people deserve great support. That's why we invest in our team and provide a positive working environment where you can develop your career while helping children and young people build brighter futures.
We're looking for an experienced and qualified Team Leader to join us: someone who's ready to lead shifts, support their colleagues and make a genuine difference to the young people in our care every day.
We'd welcome applications from experienced Senior RSWs ready to step up into their first Team Leader role, as well as those already working at Team Leader level looking for a fresh opportunity.
What We Offer:
✅ £14.50 per hour (160 contracted hours per month)
✅ £50 per sleep-in shift
✅ 2 on, 4 off shift pattern providing excellent work-life balance
✅ Full training provided
✅ Support to gain further qualifications
✅ Use of the home's vehicle whilst working
✅ Free meals whilst on shift
✅ Clear career progression opportunities (Deputy Manager pathway)
✅ Opportunity to work alongside an experienced and supportive team
✅ Ongoing professional development and support
About the Role:
As a Team Leader at EH Care, you will lead shifts in our children's residential home, acting as the responsible person on shift and providing guidance and support to Residential Support Workers throughout the day.
You will help ensure the home runs safely, consistently and to a high standard, building positive relationships with the young people in our care, following their care plans, and making sure every shift is well managed and properly recorded.
This is a hands-on role. You'll work directly with the young people as well as leading your team, and you'll be the key point of contact for the shift in the absence of the Deputy or Registered Manager.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Leading and managing shifts, keeping young people safe, engaged and well-supported
- Acting as the responsible person on shift in the absence of senior management
- Supervising and guiding Residential Support Workers during your shifts
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and development of the young people in our care
- Ensuring care plans and placement plans are followed at all times
- Accurately completing daily logs, incident forms and records
- Ensuring all staff on shift adhere to policies, procedures and safeguarding obligations
- Building consistent, positive relationships with the young people in the home
- Liaising with the wider team, management and external professionals as needed
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting
- Experience leading or supervising shifts
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and Ofsted requirements
- Calm, reliable and consistent; someone the team and young people can depend on
Desirable:
- Previous Team Leader or Senior RSW experience
- Experience supporting young people with emotional or behavioural needs
- Full UK driving licence
About EH Care:
At EH Care, our mission is simple: to provide safe spaces and bright futures for children and young people. We create nurturing environments where young people can feel secure, build confidence, develop independence and achieve their full potential.
If you're looking for a rewarding career with genuine progression opportunities and a team that values your contribution, we'd love to hear from you.
EH Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment requirements. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Pay: £31,440.00-£34,840.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid training
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have the right to work in the UK? Please specify if you require sponsorship of any kind.
- Do you have experience leading or supervising shifts in a children's residential setting?
- Are you able to work a 2 on, 4 off shift pattern, including weekends and sleep-in shifts?
- Do you hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent childcare qualification?
Work Location: In person
