Team Leader

Caretech Group; Selby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Caretech Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Residential Team Leader to oversee a children’s home and lead a team of care staff to deliver high-quality, safe, and nurturing care for looked-after children.

You will manage daily operations, supervise staff, coordinate safeguarding, and build strong relationships with families and external agencies.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Experience supervising or leading within children's residential services.
• Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Residential Support Workers.
• Ensure home operations comply with legislation and policies.
• Promote a child-centred, safe, nurturing environment for each child.
• Oversee individual care plans and staff rotas.
• Conduct supervision, appraisals, and team training.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Safeguarding

Communication

Driving licence

Care recording

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Tools

Clearcare

Job description

Residential Team Leader - Children's Services

WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP OR SWAPS

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the leadership skills to inspire a dedicated team to provide outstanding care and support? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Residential Team Leader to join our Children’s Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead by example, ensuring that vulnerable children receive the care, guidance, and stability they need to thrive.

About the Role

As a Residential Team Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the residential home, supporting a team of care staff to deliver high-quality care to children and young people. You will play a pivotal role in promoting a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where every child feels valued and empowered.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of Residential Support Workers.
• Ensure the home operates in compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Promote a child-centred approach, focusing on the welfare, development, and safety of each child.
• Support children in achieving their personal goals and help them develop essential life skills.
• Oversee the planning and delivery of individual care plans.
• Manage staff rotas, ensuring adequate staffing levels at all times.
• Conduct regular supervisions, appraisals, and training sessions for the team.
• Handle safeguarding concerns and ensure all incidents are appropriately recorded and reported.
• Build positive relationships with external agencies, families, and the local community.

About You

We are looking for a resilient, empathetic, and proactive individual who has experience working in residential childcare and is ready to take the next step in their career. The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role within children’s residential services.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively.
• A full UK driving licence.
• New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as