Shift Supervisor: Lead Care & Development for Young People

Isle of Wight Council; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS (Local Government Pension Scheme)

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive induction and training

Funded qualifications and professional

Career progression opportunities

Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends &”

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Beaulieu House, part of Isle of Wight Council, seeks an energetic Shift Supervisor to lead shifts and ensure high‑quality, person‑centred care for children and young people with disabilities. You will support routines, med admin, and lead a compassionate care team.

You will develop leadership skills through the Level 5 Diploma and have opportunities for progression within the council.

Qualifications

• Experience in health, social care, education or residential childcare.
• Interested in progressing leadership skills in a care setting.
• Ability to support independence and positive outcomes for young people.
• Inspirational, with high standards of care and team motivation.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and guide the staff team to deliver high‑quality care.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for young people.
• Support daily routines, personal care, medical needs and activities.
• Lead and oversee medication administration.
• Supervise, coach and role‑model best practice for staff.
• Plan engaging activities tailored to individuals.
• Act as a Key Worker contributing to care planning and reviews.
• Complete records and documentation to a high standard.
• Support independence, life skills and resilience in young people.
• Collaborate with families, professionals and colleagues.
• Participate in the on‑call rota and share ideas for improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Care experience

Coaching

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Beaulieu House, part of Isle of Wight Council, seeks an energetic Shift Supervisor to lead shifts and ensure high‑quality, person‑centred care for children and young people with disabilities. You will support routines, med admin, and lead a compassionate care team.

You will develop leadership skills through the Level 5 Diploma and have opportunities for progression within the council.