Team Leader - Children's Homes (Westbury)

The Witherslack Group; Westbury; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 weeks holiday

Sleep-ins allowance

Attendance bonuses

Welcome & Loyalty bonuses

4-week induction

Care Academy progression

Job summary

The Witherslack Group is recruiting a Team Leader for our Children’s Homes in Westbury. You will oversee daily operations, support staff, maintain high standards, and deputize for managers when needed, while building trusting relationships with our young people.

We offer a substantial salary, a 4‑week induction, seven weeks of holiday, sleep-in allowances, attendance bonuses, and a range of wellbeing and progression opportunities as part of our Care Academy.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence for at least 12 months.
• Level 3 Children's Residential Care qualification is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure smooth running of the homes.
• Support staff and maintain high standards of care.
• Deputise for Registered/ Deputy Managers when needed.
• Build meaningful relationships with the young people.
• Lead with compassion, resilience and team motivation.

Skills

Can do attitude

Team player

Empathy

Resilience

UK driving licence

Education

Level 3 Children's Residential Care qualification

Job description

Job Description

Team Leader - Children's Homes (Westbury)

Location: Westbury, Shropshire, GB, SY5 9

Reference Number: 2026-10-16T07:49:10

Application Deadline: 2026-11-14T16:35:40.267

Employer: Witherslack Group

Salary: £42,848 - £50,352 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month

Those Huge Small Victories

Join us in our Children's Homes and become an integral part of a young person's daily journey. Here, you'll experience the highest highs and the lowest lows, helping our young people reclaim their childhood and pave the way to becoming well-rounded adults. This role is incredibly rewarding, filled with challenges and those precious moments that feel like monumental victories!

Our homes cater to young individuals with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We strive to create the best possible outcomes for those in our care, celebrating even the smallest positive changes in their lives.

Get Out What You Put In

As a Team Leader, you'll be at the heart of our daily operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly while creating lasting memories for our young people. You'll support your staff team and maintain our high standards, stepping up to deputize for the Registered and Deputy Managers when needed. We're looking for someone who can build meaningful relationships with our young people—someone compassionate, emotionally resilient, and capable of inspiring their colleagues.

What We Do for You

We believe in rewarding your hard work and commitment with an exceptional salary and benefits package. Here's what you can expect:

• Salary: Base salary of £36,568 - £44,072
• Bonuses: Up to 3 sleep-ins per month at £80 each (approx. £2,880/year), Attendance allowance up to £1,400/year, £2,000 Regional Allowance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus (after 6 months), and a £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months).
• Training: A comprehensive 4-week induction through our Care Academy.
• Holiday: Enjoy 7 weeks of holiday to recharge.
• Progression: Many of our leaders and managers have advanced from within—consider joining our 'Aspire' future managers program!
• Flexible Benefits: Tailor your holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance to suit your needs.
• Wellbeing: Access to a range of wellbeing tools and advice, including employee assistance.
• Medical Cover: Claim back costs for optician or dentist appointments, plus high-street discounts.
• Meals: Enjoy meals provided while you're at work.
• Beautiful Work Environments: Work in stunning facilities designed for comfort and care.
• Refer a Friend: Earn a £1,000 bonus for every friend you recommend!

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

At Witherslack Group, we celebrate diversity because it makes us stronger. Our young people come from various backgrounds and have unique needs, and our workforce reflects that diversity. You don't need prior experience, but we're looking for:

• A 'can do' attitude—be a team player who is ready to help.
• Genuine care for our young people and each other—honesty and empathy are essential.
• The resilience to navigate challenging situations.
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• The Level 3 Children's Residential Care qualification.

You’ll kick off your journey as a Team Leader with our 'Care Academy'—a 4-week training program with experienced professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people.

Join the UK's Best Special Education and Care Provider

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is at our core. We're dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and truly belongs.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we embrace individuality and champion diversity—especially regarding neurodiversity. We celebrate the unique perspectives and strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognized as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices accessible. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll support you every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we enhance our ability to support the children, young people, and families we serve, ensuring every team member can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.