Team Leader

Sgscare; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunities for permanence

Job summary

Sgscare is seeking a Team Leader for a Children's Residential Home in Oswestry. This role involves leading shifts, supporting staff, and ensuring a nurturing environment for young residents with emotional and behavioral challenges. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare.

Benefits include ongoing training opportunities and the potential for a permanent position after the maternity cover. Apply via email at [e-mail] for further information.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months' experience within a Children's Residential Home.
• Experience with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support staff development.
• Create a safe and nurturing environment for young people.
• Foster positive relationships with young people.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding understanding

Record keeping

Education

Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Team Leader – Children's Residential Home

Location: Oswestry

Salary: £37,810.22 per annum (inclusive of sleeps)

Working Hours: 2 on 4 off shift pattern

Service: Children's Residential Home

Service Users: Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

Qualifications Required: Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Experience Required: Minimum 18 months' experience within a Children's Residential Home (near‑qualified candidates with 60%+ completion of their qualification will be considered)

Employment Type: Fixed‑Term Contract (6–9 Month Maternity Cover)

Sponsorship: not available

The Home

Number of Beds: 3

Location: Oswestry

Young People's Needs: EBD

Team: Established staff team with a newly appointed, experienced Registered Manager

Who We Are Looking For…

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Team Leader who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people. You will lead shifts, support the development of the staff team, and help create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for young people.

• Previous experience within an Ofsted Registered Children's Home
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with young people
• Good understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and care planning
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to lead by example
• Confident with record keeping and IT systems

Why Join This Home?

• Join a well‑established 3‑bed EBD service
• Work alongside an experienced and supportive management team
• Be part of a stable and established staff team
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Potential opportunities for a permanent position at the end of the maternity cover period
• Excellent progression opportunities across the wider organisation

Additional Screening Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle is preferred
• Level 3 Residential Childcare is not equivalent to Health & Social Care qualifications
• Applicants from Healthcare, NHS, Adult Care, Supported Living, Domiciliary Care, Nursing Homes, Mental Health Services, or similar settings without Children's Residential experience will not be considered
• Applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered

Individuals with only CQC experience and/or who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.

Additional Opportunities

Qualified Residential Care Workers who are not currently seeking progression may also be considered for opportunities within our client's residential services.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join a dedicated and supportive team, apply today.

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Email: [e-mail]