Team Leader - Children's Residential Home. Job in Hertfordshire Education & Training Jobs

Brook Street Social Care; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable residential care provider in Hoddesdon is seeking a Team Leader for their Residential Children's Home. The ideal candidate will have a NVQ Level 3 in Residential Care and experience in a similar setting. You will lead and support staff while ensuring exceptional care for children and young people. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £14 - £15, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real impact in the lives of children.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a residential care setting, preferably in a Team Leader role.
• A full driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee documentation, including care plans and weekly reports.
• Support the Registered Manager in coordinating care plans.
• Lead shifts and ensure activities are effectively carried out.
• Monitor the wellbeing of children and young people.

Skills

Strong leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Care

Job description

Team Leader - Residential Children's Home

Location: Hoddesdon
Salary: 14 - 15 per hour depending on experience
Job Type: Full-Time

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a highly reputable residential care provider, for an experienced Team Leader to join their dynamic team in Hoddesdon. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and skilled professional to lead and support staff, ensuring exceptional care and service delivery to children and young people in the home.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the completion of documentation, including chronologies, care plans, and weekly reports.
• Support the Registered Manager in identifying key workers and coordinating care plans.
• Ensure that children and young people are registered with local GP services within 5 days of placement.
• Lead shifts, ensuring activities, wellbeing walks, and children's sessions are effectively carried out.
• Address residents' complaints in the absence of the Registered Manager.
• Monitor the wellbeing of children and young people, including feeding and bathing charts, and provide mental health check-ins.
• Facilitate engaging activities for children within or outside the home.
• Conduct medication audits, fire drills, and ensure health and safety compliance across the home.
• Liaise with social workers, attend meetings, and manage weekly care schedules and reports.
• Supervise and support night staff to meet service needs.
• Notify OFSTED of serious events when necessary and coordinate with accounts on invoicing and spreadsheets.
• Participate in the on-call rota system and complete incident reports within 24 hours.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Residential Care or equivalent.
• Experience: Previous experience in a residential care setting, preferably in a Team Leader role.
• Skills: Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Licence: A full driving licence is essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of 14 - 15 per hour depending on experience.
• The opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of children and young people.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive team environment.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience.
We look forward to welcoming you to a role where you can truly make a difference.