Children's Residential Team Leader

Elwood Recruitment; Walsall; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected care provider in Walsall seeks an experienced Children's Residential Team Leader to supervise and lead a dedicated team. This role involves ensuring high-quality care, managing health-related needs, and being a supportive leader in a nurturing environment. A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare is essential, and the position offers a competitive salary along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team culture

Blue light card benefits

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare.
• Previous supervisory experience in a children's residential setting is required.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and behaviour management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Residential Support Workers.
• Manage medication and oversee health-related needs.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager.

Skills

Supervisory or leadership experience

Knowledge of safeguarding

Behaviour management skills

Care planning knowledge

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Children’s Residential Team Leader looking for your next opportunity in Walsall?

Elwood Recruitment are working on behalf of a highly respected provider of specialist residential care for children and young people with severe learning disabilities and complex healthcare needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified and passionate care professional to join a well-established home, leading a dedicated team to deliver safe, supportive, and life-enhancing care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Residential Support Workers to provide outstanding, person-centred care.
• Manage medication safely and oversee health-related needs.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Implement, monitor, and review individual care plans.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with young people, families, and external professionals.
• Contribute to service improvement through audits, quality assurance, and team development.

Essential Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (CYP QCF/NVQ) – this is a must-have qualification.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience within a children’s residential setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour management, and care planning.
• Full UK driving license desirable but not essential
• Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work varied shifts including weekends and bank holidays.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary of £31,824 – £33,072 per annum.
• Ongoing professional career development and training opportunities with a leadership team that invest in their people.
• Supportive, values-driven team culture focused on making a real difference.
• Blue light card and associated benefits

If you’re searching for Children’s Residential Team Leader jobs in Walsall and want to work in a rewarding role where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect step in your career.

Elwood Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and references.

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