Residential Team Leader - Linden Lodge School

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are seeking a dedicated Residential Team Leader for Linden Lodge School. This pivotal role involves leading a team to ensure optimal care for children and young people. The position requires a strong background in children's residential care and a commitment to professional development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Personalised induction programme

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people in residential care.
• Understanding of needs and risks in residential settings.
• Ability to manage and supervise a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise staff within residential provision.
• Coordinate and manage shifts effectively.
• Provide best experience for children and young people.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

About Us

32 Hours per week (Tues to Fri 7am – 9am andMon to Thurs 3pm – 9pm)

Term Time Only plus 2 Weeks (41 Weeks per year)

Start Date: ASAP

Do you want to make a positive contribution to a young person’s life?

Do you have a passion for enabling your team to reach its potential?

Are you committed to continuing professional development?

Do you want to work for an organisation that promotes best practice and values its staff?

We are currently seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, proactive and hard-working Residential Team Leader to manage and supervise staff within our residential provision.

As the Team Leader, you will play a vital role in the leadership and organisation of the team on the floor; enabling them to provide the best experience for the children and young people they are responsible for. The postholder will also have experience of coordinating and managing shifts within a residential or similar setting and possesses previous experience working with Children and Young People.

Our ideal candidate will be experienced in working within children’s residential care, a good understanding of the needs and risks regarding children in a residential setting and an ability to build positive relationships with young people and staff. Experience of taking on leadership responsibilities in a similar setting would also be an advantage.

Candidates must possess a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification) or be willing to undertake the qualification

We can offer you:

• Personalised induction programme
• A positive and supportive team

If you would like more information about this role, please contact the school on 0208 7880107 to arrange an informal discussion.

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below .

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy in advance of the closing date if there is a good level of response. We recommend applicants submit applications as early as possible. We also reserve to right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

Linden Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, an enhanced DBS will be required.

At Linden Lodge we recognise our people are a great strength, we consider the diverse talents they bring to our workforce and are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion.

CVs are not accepted.

Linden Lodge School
61 Princes Way
London
SW19 6JB Telephone: [phone]

Job Reference randw/TP/55/8366

Contract Type Term Time

Closing Date 29 June, 2025

Job Category Schools / Academies - Support staff roles