Team Leader - Children's Home

Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care organization is seeking a compassionate Team Leader to join their new home in Exeter. In this role, you will provide high-quality care to children aged 7-17 with learning disabilities. Responsibilities include supporting daily routines, maintaining accurate records, and acting as a key worker. Ideal candidates should have experience working with young people and hold a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay and sleep-in allowance

Comprehensive training and ongoing development

Supportive team culture

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

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

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.
• Act as a key worker and provide regular one-to-one support.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work flexibly, including sleep-in shifts

Professional attitude

Education

Level 3 in Residential Childcare

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 7-17 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
• A genuine passion for supporting those with additional needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work flexibly, including sleep‑in shifts
• Professional, trustworthy, and a positive role model

Benefits

• Competitive pay and sleep-in allowance
• Comprehensive training and ongoing development
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities for progression within the organisation