Residential Team Leader - Children's Homes

The Methodist Church in Britain; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Personal development plan and training

Succession planning

Enhancements of up to £4,000 per year

Enhanced rates for nights/weekends/hol

Job summary

Devon County Council seeks a team leader for our Ofsted-registered children's homes. You will supervise shifts, mentor staff, and assist young people in achieving personal goals and life skills within a 24/7 rota. A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are required for travel between homes.

You will support residents, foster aspirational outcomes, and create a positive, fun environment through engaging activities and proactive planning.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent recognised by Ofsted.
• Experience of working with children and young people with complex needs.
• DBS disclosure
• UK right to work
• Valid UK driving licence, with access to own vehicle and business insurance
• D1 Bus Driver licence (nice to have)
• Knowledge of Ofsted Children's Homes Regulations (nice to have)

Responsibilities

• Supervise the running of shifts within the home
• Provide supervision for staff
• Support children and young people to achieve their personal wishes and goals
• Assist with daily tasks and life skills
• Strive for aspirational outcomes for children
• Create a fun and positive atmosphere
• Organise and take part in activities
• Be proactive and innovative in finding new ways to engage children

Skills

Relationship building

Calm under pressure

Boundary setting

Adaptability

English fluency

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

This team leader post sits within Devon County Council's Ofsted-registered children's homes, which support young people with complex needs. The work centres on running shifts, supervising staff and helping residents reach personal goals and life skills. Shifts run round the clock in three per 24 hours, with rotas under consultation and homes open all year. Fit depends on access to your own vehicle and a valid UK driving licence, and visa sponsorship is not offered.

What the job involves

• Supervise the running of shifts within the home
• Provide supervision for staff
• Support children and young people to achieve their personal wishes and goals
• Assist with daily tasks and life skills
• Strive for aspirational outcomes for children
• Create a fun and positive atmosphere
• Organise and take part in activities
• Be proactive and innovative in finding new ways to engage children

What’s required

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent recognised by Ofsted

Experience

• Experience of working with children and young people with complex needs

Skills & knowledge

• Ability to build positive relationships with children and young people
• Remaining calm in challenging situations
• Able to implement boundaries
• Able to adapt and respond quickly
• Confidence and fluency in spoken English

Checks & eligibility

• DBS disclosure
• UK right to work
• Valid UK driving licence, with access to own vehicle and business insurance

Nice to have

• D1 Bus Driver licence
• Knowledge of Ofsted Children's Homes Regulations

What’s offered

• Flexible working, including hybrid, part-time and condensed hours
• Training and development through a personal development plan
• Succession planning
• Enhancements of up to £4,000 per year
• Enhanced rates for overnight, Saturday, Sunday and bank holiday work