Team Leader

Elwood Recruitment; Walsall; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Walsall is seeking an experienced Children's Residential Team Leader. The role involves supervising a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care for children with severe learning disabilities. Candidates must have a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare and previous leadership experience. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Blue light card benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified with a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (CYP QCF/NVQ).
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a children's residential setting.
• Flexible and reliable, able to work varied shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team to provide outstanding care.
• Manage medication safely and oversee health-related needs.
• Implement and monitor individual care plans.

Skills

Leadership

Knowledge of safeguarding

Behaviour management

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Children’s Residential Team Leader looking for your next opportunity in Walsall? Elwood Recruitment are working on behalf of a highly respected provider of specialist residential care for children and young people with severe learning disabilities and complex healthcare needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified and passionate care professional to join a well-established home, leading a dedicated team to deliver safe, supportive, and life-enhancing care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Residential Support Workers to provide outstanding, person-centred care.
• Manage medication safely and oversee health-related needs.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Implement, monitor, and review individual care plans.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with young people, families, and external professionals.
• Contribute to service improvement through audits, quality assurance, and team development.

Essential Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (CYP QCF/NVQ) – this is a must-have qualification.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience within a children’s residential setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour management, and care planning.
• Full UK driving license desirable but not essential
• Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work varied shifts including weekends and bank holidays.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary of £31,824 – £33,072 per annum.
• Ongoing professional career development and training opportunities with a leadership team that invest in their people.
• Supportive, values-driven team culture focused on making a real difference.
• Blue light card and associated benefits