Residential Group Leader - Children’s Home (Part-Time)

Westfield Secondary School; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Sleep-in pay

Job summary

Westfield Secondary School in Sheffield is seeking a part-time Group Leader for Malon Way children’s home. You will support daily operations, supervise care staff, and ensure compliance with national standards in a demanding, caring environment.

The role requires a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or relevant experience, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Training and career progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or have relevant experience.
• Minimum of two years’ work experience in a position relevant to direct care of children and young people.
• Ability to lead and make decisions, supporting the Homes’ manager and team members.
• Experience with NVQ, QCF and Diploma qualifications is advantageous.
• Ofsted inspections experience would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assistant residential and residential child-care practitioners and ancillary workers.
• Support the management of day‑to‑day operation of the home and ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
• Lead on rota pattern and ensure correct out-of-hours pay enhancements and sleep-ins.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Team supervision

Communication

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Westfield Secondary School in Sheffield is seeking a part-time Group Leader for Malon Way children’s home. You will support daily operations, supervise care staff, and ensure compliance with national standards in a demanding, caring environment.

The role requires a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or relevant experience, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Training and career progression opportunities are offered.