Team Leader - Children residential

TN United Kingdom; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a leading children's care provider in Wisbech! As a Residential Team Leader, you'll play a vital role in shaping the lives of young people by leading support staff and creating a nurturing environment. This role offers a competitive salary, sleep-in payments, and the chance to make a real difference in children's lives. If you are compassionate, adaptable, and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you! Join a dedicated team committed to helping children reach their potential.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Pension enrollment after three months

Referral scheme

Overtime pay at 1.25x

Fully paid induction

Enhanced DBS check

Qualifications

• Must be 21 or older due to Ofsted regulations.
• Driving is essential due to the locations of the homes.

Responsibilities

• Meet the needs of children in line with Ofsted regulations.
• Plan team rotas and support management.

Skills

Experience in children's residential care

Leadership skills

Compassion and empathy

Adaptability

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in relevant field

Job description

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Client:

The Cambian Group

Location:

Wisbech, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential.

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Wisbech based children’s homes for Residential Team Leaders! We are looking for caring and compassionate Team Leaders who wish to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people by leading support workers through example.

We offer a basic salary of £29, plus sleep-in payments (based on 8-10 sleep ins per month), paid annual leave, and a rota-based schedule. The role involves long hours, sleep ins, and working on holidays including Christmas and New Year, which is rewarding when celebrating with the children.

The shifts vary depending on the home and include long hours and sleep ins, which are essential.

Job role

• Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulations
• Planning team rotas and supporting the Deputy and Home Manager in meetings and appointments
• Assisting in implementing the Statement of Purpose
• Carrying out tasks as directed by management
• Supervising in the absence of the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager
• Welcoming a diverse culture in the home
• Creating a safe, family-like environment for the children

Requirements

• You must be 21 or older due to Ofsted regulations
• Driving is essential due to the locations of the homes
• At least six months’ experience in children’s residential care
• Relevant Level 3 qualification

Additional benefits include a referral scheme, pension enrollment after three months, progression opportunities, overtime pay at 1.25x, a fully paid induction, and an enhanced DBS check.

We seek flexible, reliable, adaptable individuals who can read situations well, support young people positively, and lead by example. If you excel at remaining calm, offering advice, listening, and showing unconditional positive regard, we want to hear from you!