Residential Childcare Team Leader

TN United Kingdom; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the residential childcare sector is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to foster a positive and safe living environment for young people in Bridgwater. This role involves managing Residential Support Workers, ensuring compliance with childcare standards, and promoting best practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to high-quality care. Join a team that values empathy and collaboration, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. If you are passionate about child welfare and eager to lead, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sleep-in allowance

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with challenging behaviour.
• Up-to-date knowledge of child care legislation and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead Residential Support Workers to deliver high-quality childcare.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and maintain positive relationships.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Child Care Legislation Knowledge

Report Writing

Empathy

Numeracy Skills

IT Skills

Experience with Challenging Behaviour

Education

Level Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce

Good Overall Education Standard

Job description

Residential Childcare Team Leader, Bridgwater

Headway Adolescent Resources has established a reputable presence in the residential adolescent childcare sector, caring for young people holistically, regardless of background.

We are seeking a Team Leader to join our services in Bridgwater.

Are you passionate about promoting the well-being of young people and helping them reach their full potential?

Job Type: Full Time, permanent

Specific Hours: [insert hours per week]

Purpose of Job

• Ensure the needs of young people in Headway’s care are met, providing a positive and safe living environment.
• Manage and lead Residential Support Workers to deliver high-quality childcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on shift to ensure the home runs efficiently and effectively, safeguarding young people and creating a homely environment.
• Manage Residential Support Workers, providing supervision according to company policy.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies, legislation, and confidentiality standards.
• Support multi-agency collaboration and maintain positive relationships with staff, community, authorities, and other agencies.
• Promote best practices, act as a role model, and support young people's participation in decision-making.
• Uphold anti-discriminatory and equal opportunity practices.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety, fire, and data protection policies.
• Attend training and support QCF learners as required.

Essential Skills

• Good overall education standard.
• Working towards or holding a Level Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent.
• Up-to-date knowledge of child care legislation and standards.
• Experience working with young people with challenging behaviour.
• Strong report writing, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Empathy, commitment to high standards of child care, and ability to support young people's outcomes.
• Leadership skills, ability to supervise and develop staff.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and child protection protocols.

Benefits

• Sleep-in allowance (up to £[amount] per night, two days on, four days off) with potential earnings up to £[amount].
• Holiday allowance of [number] weeks, including Bank Holidays.
• Pension scheme with employer contribution.

Headway Adolescent Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All candidates will undergo thorough reference checks, including an enhanced DBS.