Team Leader - Children's Home

Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in the UK is seeking a compassionate Team Leader to manage a new residential home, providing high-quality care for children with learning disabilities. The role involves supporting daily routines, administering medication, and collaborating with families and professionals. Required qualifications include a Level 3 in Residential Childcare and experience working with children or young people. The position offers shifts on a rolling rota and competitive pay, making it an excellent opportunity for dedicated candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing residential care for children.
• Compassionate and reliable nature.

Responsibilities

• Support children with daily routines and personal care.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care plans.
• Administer medication and follow all policies.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Driving Licence

Education

Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Team Leader
Location: Northampton
Salary: £30,600 plus £55 per sleep ins
Hours: Eiither 7am-10pm or 8am-11pm, 3 shifts a week on a 3-week rolling rota.

We are currently seeking a compassionate and reliable Team Leader to join a new residential home, providing high-quality residential care to children aged 717 with learning disabilities and associated challenging behaviours.

About the Role

As a Team Leader you'll help create a safe, supportive, and enriching environment that promotes the physical, emotional, and social development of the young residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children with day-to-day routines, personal care, and activities
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care plans and reports
• Administer medication and ensure all policies are followed
• Take part in household duties and encourage independence
• Act as a key worker and provide regular one-to-one support
• Respond to emergencies and implement safeguarding procedures
• Work in partnership with families, social workers, and professionals
• Participate in team meetings, training, and supervision

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people
• Must hold Level 3 in Residential Childcare
• Driving Licence is strongly favourable...