Team Leader

SCR; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Career progression

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

SCR Social Care is seeking an experienced Team Leader for a children’s residential home. You will support the management team, lead shifts, and ensure high standards of care and safeguarding while guiding residential staff and maintaining robust records.

The role suits an experienced Senior or Residential Support Worker aiming to progress, with a strong emphasis on care plans, safeguarding, and collaboration with social workers and families.

Qualifications

• Experience in children’s residential care is essential.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People (or equivalent) is required.
• Willingness to progress to Level 4/5 Leadership & Management.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in the day-to-day operation of the children’s residential home.
• Lead shifts and provide guidance to residential staff.
• Ensure care plans and risk assessments are followed and reviewed.
• Support young people with emotional, social, and developmental needs.
• Promote a safe, stable environment and safeguard compliance.
• Work with social workers, families and professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and reports in line with regulatory requirements.
• Mentor staff and model best practice.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding

Resilience

Education

NVQ3 CYPP

Leadership Levels 4/5

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Team Leader to join a children's residential home supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes in a safe, nurturing environment.

As a Team Leader, you will play a key role in supporting the management team with the day-to-day running of the home, providing guidance to support staff and ensuring the highest standards of care and safeguarding are maintained.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Support Worker or Residential Support Worker looking to take the next step in their career within children's residential care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management team in the day-to-day operation of the children’s residential home
• Lead shifts and provide guidance and support to residential staff
• Ensure care plans and risk assessments are followed and regularly reviewed
• Support young people with their emotional, social and developmental needs
• Promote a safe, stable and nurturing environment for young people
• Work closely with social workers, families and other professionals
• Ensure all safeguarding procedures and Ofsted regulations are adhered to
• Maintain accurate records and reports in line with regulatory requirements
• Support staff development through mentoring and role modelling best practice

Requirements

• Experience working within children’s residential care
• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People (or equivalent)
• Working towards or willing to complete Level 4/5 in Leadership and Management
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to reach their full potential

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive and experienced management team
• Opportunities for career progression
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement

SCR Social Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults. This is reflected in our safer recruitment practices, including identity verification, reference checks and appropriate safeguarding checks for all applicants