Team Leader - Children's Home - Stoke

Health Recruit Network; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Starter Bonus up to £1,000

Pension auto-enrolment

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7

Perkbox – discounts

Long Service Awards

Refer a Friend Scheme

Free meals on shift and paid DBS

Job summary

Health Recruit Network in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Team Leader for a Children's Residential Care setting. The role leads shifts, supports the team to deliver high-quality care in line with individual care plans, and ensures safeguarding and recording standards.

You will supervise staff, develop care plans, and contribute to home operations, with a focus on trauma-informed practice and professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in residential childcare.
• Strong understanding of child development and trauma-informed practice.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication; safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the team to deliver high-quality care in line with individual care plans.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to residential care staff.
• Oversee and contribute to development and review of care plans, ensuring trauma-informed care.
• Support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with daily operations and home standards.
• Promote safeguarding and ensure procedures followed; address concerns.
• Build relationships with professionals, families, and external agencies.
• Support training, mentoring, and development of staff.
• Contribute to home maintenance, records, budgets, and reporting systems.

Skills

Planning & organisation

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Leadership by example

MS Office proficiency

Resilience & adaptability

Shift flexibility

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Team Leader - Children's Residential Care - Stoke - Up to £38,800 - Shift Pattern - 2 on 4 Off

About the Company

I'm delighted to be supporting this fantastic and Well Established Children’s Home, who are a well-respected and independent social care organisation, in their search for a passionate Team Leader. This Children’s Home have been established since 2006 and are recognised for the exceptional care they provide to children and young people across their residential and supported living services. Their commitment to quality is reflected in the fact that 50% of their Residential Homes are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

Your Role

• Lead shifts and support the team to deliver high-quality care in line with individual care plans
• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to residential care staff
• Oversee and contribute to the development and review of care plans, ensuring consistent, trauma-informed care
• Support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with daily operations and home standards
• Promote safeguarding and ensure all procedures are followed and concerns addressed
• Build strong relationships with professionals, families, and external agencies
• Support the training, mentoring, and development of new and existing staff
• Contribute to home maintenance, records, budgets, and reporting systems

What they are looking for

• At least 1 year of experience in residential childcare
• Strong understanding of child development and trauma-informed practice
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards)
• Excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and relevant legal frameworks
• Ability to lead by example, act as a role model and maintain professional boundaries
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Resilient, motivated, adaptable, and calm under pressure
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification
• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role
• Knowledge of residential childcare regulations and quality standards
• Strong team management and leadership capabilities

What we offer

• New Starter Bonus up to £1,000 for qualified Level 3 direct applicants (T&Cs apply)
• Level 3 and 5 Qualification Support (Residential Childcare pathway)
• Qualification Completion Bonuses
• Pension auto-enrolment
• Pay Care Scheme – cashback on medical expenses
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support
• Perkbox – discounts at high street and online retailers
• Long Service Awards (extra annual leave and bonus payment)
• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn rewards together
• Free meals on shift and paid DBS