Lead Children's Residential Care Team (LD/EBD)

Portman Recruitment Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate up to £15

Medicash Plan

Opportunities across LD and EBD homes

Job summary

Portman Recruitment Limited seeks a Team Leader for children's residential homes in Milton Keynes to supervise Residential Support Workers, ensure safeguarding, and deliver care aligned with each young person’s needs.

The role offers leadership development and opportunities across LD and EBD settings, with requirements including a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and an enhanced DBS.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• An enhanced DBS check suitable for working with children.
• Ability to lead, support and motivate a team.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Understanding of the needs of vulnerable children and young people.
• Strong communication, emotional resilience and composure.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and sleep-ins where required.
• Commitment to learning and improving outcomes for children.
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff.
• Experience in regulated residential care with complex needs.
• Level 5 leadership qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support Residential Support Workers, modelling positive and professional practice.
• Conduct staff supervisions and performance reviews, supporting learning and development.
• Assist with recruitment, induction, training and rota planning.
• Support children with daily routines, education, activities and life skills.
• Build positive relationships with young people, recognising their achievements and encouraging independence.
• Promote robust safeguarding practice and maintain professional boundaries.
• Ensure care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies are followed consistently.
• Support staff with de-escalation and responding calmly to challenging situations.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and reviews.
• Work collaboratively with families, social workers and other professionals.

Skills

Team leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Flexibility

Shift work

Professional development

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Enhanced DBS check

Level 5 leadership qualification in residential childcare

Job description

Portman Recruitment Limited seeks a Team Leader for children's residential homes in Milton Keynes to supervise Residential Support Workers, ensure safeguarding, and deliver care aligned with each young person’s needs.

The role offers leadership development and opportunities across LD and EBD settings, with requirements including a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and an enhanced DBS.