Care Team Leader

Jobit; Compton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A well-established children's home is seeking a Team Leader / Deputy Manager to oversee operations and ensure high-quality care for children. The role involves leading staff, providing direct care, and maintaining essential records. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Full induction and ongoing training

Supportive team environment

Access to staff wellbeing programmes

Opportunity to gain further qualifications and certifications

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in child care.
• Previous experience as Care Team Leader or similar role.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and guide staff.
• Provide direct care to children with learning disabilities.
• Support the Registered Manager with operational duties.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Behavioural Management

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Leader / Deputy Manager to join a well-established Children's home.

This full-time role offers a salary up to £14.45 per hour and benefits.

As a Team Leader / Deputy Manager, you will oversee daily operations and guide staff, ensuring children receive consistent, compassionate care that promotes safety, development, and emotional wellbeing.

You will be responsible for:

1. Providing direct care to children with learning disabilities in a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment.
2. Leading and mentoring staff to ensure consistent behavioural management and high standards of care.
3. Supporting the Registered Manager with daily operational duties and documentation.
4. Safeguarding all children and ensuring appropriate referral matching and care planning.
5. Coordinating handovers, appointments, and delegating responsibilities effectively.
6. Delivering staff supervision and supporting professional development.
7. Ensuring records such as care plans, reports, and risk assessments are maintained and up to date.
8. Assisting with personal care and promoting social, educational, and recreational inclusion.

What we are looking for:

1. Previous experience working as Care Team Leader, Senior Residential Support Worker, Deputy Manager, Care Coordinator, Care Supervisor, Care Practitioner, Therapeutic Practitioner, or in a similar role.
2. At least 1 year of experience in child care.
3. A Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or equivalent.
4. Strong communication skills.
5. A full UK driving licence.

What's on offer:

1. Competitive salary
2. Full induction and ongoing training
3. Supportive team environment
4. Access to staff wellbeing programmes
5. Opportunity to gain further qualifications and certifications

Apply now for this exceptional Team Leader opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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