Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Colchester seeks a dedicated Team Leader for its children's home. This part-time role involves guiding a committed team and supporting young people with complex needs. The successful candidate will have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and a passion for enhancing lives through care.

Benefits

Full training and continuous professional development

DBS check paid by the employer

33 days' holiday including bank holidays

Life assurance and enhanced pension scheme

Health cashback plan

Access to car lease and bike-to-work schemes

Perkbox employee discounts

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Proven experience in shift/team leading within a care environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to support as needed.
• Genuine passion for improving the lives of young people with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a stable, safe, and nurturing home environment.
• Lead, coach, and support a team of Support Workers.
• Oversee physical and emotional support for residents.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

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Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home, colchester

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Client:

Key Talent Solutions

Location:

colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

? Contract: Permanent | Part-time – 32 hours per week (Shifts)

? Essential Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Leader to join a caring and committed residential team supporting children and young people aged 6–19 with complex needs, including profound communication difficulties, cerebral palsy, autism, and degenerative conditions.

This role is based at a well-established children’s home in Meldreth, offering a supportive and enriching environment where young people can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a stable, safe, and nurturing home environment
• Lead, coach, and support a team of Support Workers and Senior Support Workers
• Oversee the physical and emotional support provided to young residents, including attending health appointments, family visits, and community activities
• Support the induction, mentoring, and training of new team members
• Conduct supervisions, performance reviews, and manage team development
• Ensure effective planning and delegation of daily activities and individual support plans
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation
• Participate in on-call duties, sleep-ins, and waking night shifts as required
• Be prepared to engage in physical intervention and provide personal care when necessary

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in shift/team leading within a care environment
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for improving the lives of young people with complex needs
• Flexibility and willingness to support where needed

What’s in It for You

• Full training and continuous professional development
• DBS check paid by the employer
• 33 days' holiday including bank holidays
• Life assurance and enhanced pension scheme
• Health cashback plan
• Access to car lease and bike-to-work schemes
• Perkbox employee discounts
• Free parking on site

If you're ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people and lead a team that shares your commitment to care, we’d love to hear from you.

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