Make a Difference Every Day!
We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and experienced Team Leader to join our warm and supportive 2-bed Ofsted Registered Children's Home for children and young people with learning disabilities.
This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role within a small, child-centred home where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of children with mild to complex needs. The role is a full-time, permanent position. As Team Leader, you will support the Registered Manager in delivering outstanding care, leading by example and ensuring the home provides a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment.
About the Role
As a Team Leader, you will:
- Lead and support a team of Residential Support Workers during each shift.
- Ensure children receive high-quality, person-centred care tailored to their individual needs.
- Promote positive outcomes in line with each child's care plans, education and health needs.
- Act as a positive role model, maintaining high standards of care and professional practice.
- Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day operations and compliance with Ofsted regulations.
- Complete and oversee accurate record-keeping, risk assessments, and incident reports.
- Build positive relationships with families, social workers, education providers and healthcare professionals.
- Safeguard children and promote their welfare at all times.
- Administer medication where appropriately trained.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent CYPW qualification)
- Experience working in a children's residential care setting.
- Experience supporting children or young people with learning disabilities and/or additional needs.
- Ability to work a 3-on/3-off rolling rota (including weekends & bank holidays) - Shift times are 7 am to 9 pm.
- Previous experience supervising, mentoring or leading staff.
- Good knowledge of safeguarding, children's legislation and Ofsted standards.
- Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
- Ability to remain calm and confident in challenging situations.
- Full UK driving licence (preferred).
Desirable:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
- Experience supporting children with autism, communication difficulties or behaviours that challenge.
What We Offer
- Generous Staff Perks & High Street Discounts Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
- Employee of the Month & Year Awards
- Company Pension Scheme
- Access to company vehicles
- Fully funded Level 4 Residential Childcare and Level 5 Leadership & Management qualifications
- Clear progression routes and ongoing training – your career development matters to us
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all safer recruitment requirements.
Apply Today!
If you are passionate about improving the lives of children with learning disabilities and are ready to take the next step in your residential childcare career, we'd love to hear from you.
Join our team and help create a safe, nurturing and positive home where every child can thrive.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: £15.00-£16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (required)
- Supervising or Team Leading: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Level 5 Leadership and Management Qualification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
