Residential Childcare Team Leader | Inspire Young Minds

Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Shrewsbury is seeking a compassionate Team Leader to join a new residential home. The role involves supporting children aged 7 to 17 with learning disabilities, promoting their development, and ensuring high-quality care. Responsibilities include administering medication, maintaining records, and working alongside families and professionals. Candidates must have experience with children and hold a Level 3 in Residential Childcare. This position offers a salary of £30,600 plus additional sleep-in payments, with flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is essential.
• Must hold Level 3 in Residential Childcare.

Responsibilities

• Support children with day-to-day routines, personal care, and activities.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care plans and reports.
• Administer medication and ensure all policies are followed.
• Take part in household duties and encourage independence.
• Act as a key worker and provide regular one-to-one support.
• Respond to emergencies and implement safeguarding procedures.
• Work in partnership with families, social workers, and professionals.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and supervision.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Driving Licence

Education

Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

A residential care provider in Shrewsbury is seeking a compassionate Team Leader to join a new residential home. The role involves supporting children aged 7 to 17 with learning disabilities, promoting their development, and ensuring high-quality care. Responsibilities include administering medication, maintaining records, and working alongside families and professionals. Candidates must have experience with children and hold a Level 3 in Residential Childcare. This position offers a salary of £30,600 plus additional sleep-in payments, with flexible working hours.