Residential Team Leader

Cambian Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambian Group is seeking a dynamic Residential Team Leader to oversee the day-to-day management of a children's residential home, leading a team of care staff to deliver high-quality care and safeguarding.

You will promote a safe, nurturing environment, manage rotas, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safeguarding and legislation. A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and a full UK driving license are required; experience in a supervisory role is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare and supervisory/leadership roles.
• Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle challenging situations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience using electronic care records; Clearcare advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and manage a team of Residential Support Workers.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Promote a child-centred approach focusing on welfare, development and safety.
• Oversee planning and delivery of individual care plans.
• Manage staff rotas and maintain adequate staffing levels.
• Conduct regular supervisions, appraisals and training.
• Handle safeguarding concerns and report incidents.
• Build relationships with external agencies, families and the local community.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding & child protection

Communication skills

Team management

UK driving licence

Clearcare

Education

A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Tools

Clearcare

Job description

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the leadership skills to inspire a dedicated team to provide outstanding care and support? If so, we want to hear from you! We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Residential Team Leader to join our Children's Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead by example, ensuring that vulnerable children receive the care, guidance, and stability they need to thrive. About the Role: As a Residential Team Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the residential home, supporting a team of care staff to deliver high-quality care to children and young people. You will play a pivotal role in promoting a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where every child feels valued and empowered. Key Responsibilities:

Key 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.

About You

About You: We are looking for a resilient, empathetic, and proactive individual who has experience working in residential childcare and is ready to take the next step in their career. The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role within children's residential services.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively.
• A full UK driving licence.
• New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as