Job Introduction
We’re offering a rare and rewarding opportunity to step into a leadership role as part of the founding team for a brand-new, not-for-profit Children’s Residential Care Home in Wimborne, Poole.
This is your chance to help shape a high-quality service from the ground up, supporting children with learning disabilities in a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where they can truly thrive and feel at home.
We’re seeking dedicated Team Leaders who are compassionate, dependable, and ready to lead by example—making a lasting difference in the lives of young people while supporting and inspiring a team to deliver outstanding care.
At Agincare, we are a family-run organisation that puts people first – both the children we support and the incredible staff who care for them. We’re proud of our values, our commitment to quality, and our friendly, supportive work culture.
As part of a team wholeheartedly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, you’ll provide consistent, compassionate support to children with learning disabilities, helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered. You will:
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Build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people
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Support daily routines – from school runs and mealtimes to play and bedtime
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Help children learn life skills and build their independence
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Work as part of a team to ensure children feel safe, secure, and cared for
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Support with writing care plans, routines, and completing risk assessments for the home and young people along with other additional responsibilities such as leading shifts
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Handle challenging behaviour calmly and with empathy, using a therapeutic approach
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Take part in fun, active days – every day is different!
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Be part of the sleep-in rota, with an average of 4 sleep-ins per month (flexibility is essential)
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Conduct supervisions of staff and be part of the running of team meetings
We’re looking for an experienced and compassionate professional who is ready to take the next step into a leadership role, making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. You will be confident in leading by example, supporting your team, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive.To succeed in this role, you will:
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Demonstrate the confidence and capability to lead shifts, including weekends and weekdays as required
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Have a strong understanding of (or working knowledge of) Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
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Be flexible and committed to participating in a sleep-in rota to meet the needs of the home
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Hold a full UK driving licence, as the service operates across two sites in Wimborne
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Working towards Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
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Have the right to work in the UK, with a minimum of 12 months remaining
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Sleep in rate £65 per sleep
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Opportunities for fully funded qualification in Level 4/5 Residential Childcare
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Full-time positions available
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Company pension scheme
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Refer-a-friend bonus – up to £1,000*
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Blue Light Discount package
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Early On Demand Pay
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Career development pathways and training
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Staff recognition and appreciation schemes
We’re a family-run business that’s been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 5,000 team members and more than 170 care locations across England, we’re one of the UK’s largest and most trusted care providers. Our services include children’s homes, adult care & nursing homes, supported living, extra care, home care, and live-in support.
We are proud signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and actively support care leavers to live independently. Care leavers are encouraged to apply and will be offered a guaranteed interview or informal conversation about opportunities at Agincare.All of our adult services are regulated by CQC and our children’s homes by Ofsted.
Please note: This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings (including those regarded as ‘spent’) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules.
This role is also subject to enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive vetting procedures in line with safer recruitment standards.We believe in building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
Equal opportunities are at the heart of everything we do.
