Lead Children's Residential Care Team

The Cambian Group; Halsham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cambian Group is seeking a Residential Team Leader for Children’s Services in the UK. You will oversee day-to-day management of the residential home and lead a team of care staff to deliver high-quality care to children and young people.

You will promote a safe, nurturing environment, support individual care plans, supervise staff, manage rotas, and liaise with external agencies to ensure safeguarding and welfare of every child.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Experience in supervisory/leadership role in children’s residential services.
• Strong safeguarding/child-protection knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with electronic care recording systems; Clearcare advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of Residential Support Workers.
• Ensure the home operates in compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Promote a child-centred approach, focusing on the welfare, development, and safety of each child.
• Support children in achieving their personal goals and help them develop essential life skills.
• Oversee the planning and delivery of individual care plans.
• Manage staff rotas, ensuring adequate staffing levels at all times.
• Conduct regular supervisions, appraisals, and training sessions for the team.
• Handle safeguarding concerns and ensure all incidents are appropriately recorded and reported.
• Build positive relationships with external agencies, families, and the local community.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Calm under pressure

Driving licence

Digital care records ( Clearcare )

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Tools

Clearcare

Job description

The Cambian Group is seeking a Residential Team Leader for Children’s Services in the UK. You will oversee day-to-day management of the residential home and lead a team of care staff to deliver high-quality care to children and young people.

You will promote a safe, nurturing environment, support individual care plans, supervise staff, manage rotas, and liaise with external agencies to ensure safeguarding and welfare of every child.