Residential Team Leader – Birmingham

Tudor Employment Agency; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Residential Team Leader to guide a dedicated care team in Birmingham. This role involves providing exceptional care to children and young people with complex needs, ensuring their safety and well-being while fostering personal growth. You will lead shifts, support staff, and collaborate with families to create a nurturing environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and thrive in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine and contribute to meaningful change.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a residential setting.
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the care team to ensure high standards of service.
• Support and motivate staff while managing shifts.
• Assist young people with personal care and health needs.

Skills

Experience with children and young people

Child-centered approach

Ability to manage challenging behavior

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Tudor Employment Agency are currently recruiting for a Residential Team Leader to work for our prestigious client based in Birmingham – B42, B34 & B69.

Our team professionally lead the whole care team during any span of duty, ensuring that a safe, effective and efficient care service is maintained which meets the needs of children, young people, and stakeholders. Providing care to children and young people with mental health and complex needs in accordance with their assessed needs to an industry leading standard; by adopting a child centred approach that fosters self-awareness, personal growth and gives each person the strongest voice with regards to decision making and lifestyle choices.

The Residential Team Leader will receive a salary of: £26,466 – £28,926 + 6 Sleep ins per month equating an extra £4320 per year.

Qualifications required for the Residential Team Leader:

• Level 3 Health and Social Care, Children and Young People qualification or Equivalent
• Minimum 2 years experience working with Children and young people in a residential setting who have mental health complex needs, high level of attachment, challenging behaviour which includes verbal and physical aggression, threats to staff, and missing from care

Duties for the Residential Team Leader will include:

• Working with management to maintain high standards and effective systems
• Acting as shift lead when required, ensuring team tasks are planned, completed, and handed over properly
• Supporting, guiding, and motivating staff on shift; provide on-call support as part of a rota
• Supervising and appraising allocated staff as directed by management
• Creating and managing rotas, ensuring safe and cost-effective staffing levels
• Following and upholding all company policies, procedures, and social care standards
• Assisting the creation and review of individual care plans tailored to each young person’s needs
• Promoting and taking part in social, educational, and life skills activities, including holidays
• Supporting young people with personal care, hygiene, health, mobility, and sexual health
• Managing medical needs including appointments, medication, and mental health support
• Assisting with communication, promoting skill development and preferred communication methods
• Maintaining accurate records in line with confidentiality and data protection policies
• Helping to plan and support holidays and outings; drive company vehicles when required
• Managing and recording finances, ensuring accuracy and reporting any discrepancies
• Follow shift care plans, menus, and activity schedules
• Carrying out domestic tasks and maintain cleanliness and safety standards
• Preparing meals in line with dietary needs and food hygiene regulations
• Attending team meetings, contributing to service improvement, and commit to team decisions
• Participating in supervisions, training, and personal development; share learning with the team
• Following IT and mobile phone policies and represent the company professionally
• Working collaboratively with team members to support young people effectively
• Assisting in managing personal budgets and ensure receipts and balances are correct
• Supporting education by assisting with homework, creating a learning environment, and attending school meetings when needed
• Helping young people build relationships with family, friends, and the wider community
• Attending reviews and professional meetings; liaise with external agencies as appropriate
• Reporting any safeguarding concerns to senior management
• Respecting and maintaining equipment; report safety or maintenance issues promptly
• Staying updated on all relevant legislation and organisational developments
• Carrying out any other duties reasonably requested by management
• Working flexibly on a rota, including weekends, holidays, and sleep-ins

Working Pattern: Schedule requires the successful applicant to work 1 day on & 2 days off

Hours of Work: 15 hour working days – starting approximately 07:30am – 23:00pm plus x6 sleep in’s per month paid at £60 per sleep in.

To learn more or to be considered for this position or to obtain further information please contact the Health & Social Care Team on 01922 725445 Option 5.

Join us and be a part of a dedicated team providing care and support to young people in a meaningful and impactful way!