Childrens Residential Team Leader

CareTech Group; Royston; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization is seeking a Childrens Residential Team Leader in Royston to support young people and lead a team of support workers. This role is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact in a family-like environment while ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations. Key responsibilities include planning, supervision, and fostering a nurturing atmosphere while adhering to regulations.

Benefits

Paid induction course

Enhanced DBS check paid

224 hours annual leave

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Driving preferred but not essential.
• Enrollment in workplace pension after three months.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people in line with Ofsted regulations.
• Plan rotas and support meetings.
• Supervise in the absence of managers.

Skills

Compassion

Flexibility

Adaptability

Job description

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Childrens Residential Team Leader, Royston

Location: Royston, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: cb718b017aa6

Job Views: 54

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

NO SPONSORSHIP / SPONSORSHIP SWAPS AVAILABLE

We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential.

An exciting opportunity has arisen in one of our children’s homes for Residential Team Leaders!

We are looking for caring and compassionate Team Leaders who wish to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people by leading support workers through example.

• Salary: £14.17 - £14.99 per hour (£29,473.60 - £31,179.20 per year)
• Sleep-in shifts: £30 per shift (additional approx. £3,120 per year for 2 sleep-ins per week)
• Annual leave: 224 hours paid
• Work schedule: Rotas provided 4 weeks in advance, shifts include long hours and sleep-ins, operating 365 days a year including holidays

Job role:

• Supporting children and young people in line with Ofsted regulations
• Planning rotas and supporting meetings and appointments
• Assisting in implementing the Statement of Purpose
• Supervising in the absence of managers
• Fostering a diverse, safe, and family-like environment

Requirements:

• You must be at least 21 years old (per Ofsted regulations)
• Driving preferred but not essential, depending on location
• Enrolled in a workplace pension scheme after three months
• Opportunity for career progression: Support Worker → Team Leader → Deputy Manager
• Paid 10-day induction course
• Enhanced DBS check paid for by Cambian Group

We seek flexible, reliable, adaptable individuals who can remain calm, offer advice, listen, and support young people positively while leading by example.