Team Leader Childrens Residential

Resicare Alliance Ltd; Sharnbrook; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Resicare Alliance Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Team Leader for our Children's Residential Home to guide a team of Residential Support Workers in delivering safe, nurturing, child-centred care.

You will work alongside the Deputy and Registered Manager, lead supervision, oversee training, recruitment, and care planning, and help children build resilience and positive relationships.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Enhanced DBS check valid for working with children.
• Proven ability to lead, supervise and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and supervise Residential Support Workers.
• Conduct regular supervisions and performance reviews.
• Model professional, reflective practice and safeguarding.
• Support recruitment, induction and staff training.
• Plan rotas to meet children's care needs and ensure care plans are followed.
• Build trusting relationships with children, families and professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and reviews.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare remain a priority.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Emotional resilience

Team motivation

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

DBS check (Enhanced)

Job description

Why Choose Resicare Alliance Children's Care?

We are a growing organisation and our future is shaped by our shared values. We genuinely strive to make the differences we promote, and our fantastic team is the enabler of our ambition to deliver outstanding care and support.

Meaningful Work: You will be at the forefront of transforming young lives, offering guidance, stability, and emotional support to children in need.

Professional Growth: RCA is committed to your professional development. We offer ongoing training and advancement opportunities to help you reach your career goals.

Supportive Team: Join a team of caring professionals who share your passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

Competitive Compensation: We value your dedication and expertise and offer competitive salaries and benefits.

All applications are assessed in detail and processing them is subject to safer recruitment regulations, as governed by both the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Ofsted. The application process may be more demanding, but the job is also more rewarding.

Team Leader Children's Home

Are you ready to take the next step into leadership within residential childcare? We're looking for a Team Leader to help lead and support a team of Residential Support Workers, delivering safe, nurturing, child-centred care to children and young people in our residential home.

About the Role of Team Leader, Children's Residential

As Team Leader, you'll work alongside the Deputy and Registered Manager, guiding your team to meet the complex needs of children and helping them build resilience, form positive relationships, and achieve their individual potential. Every interaction is a chance to provide stability, encouragement and positive role modelling for children and staff alike.

This is a rewarding but responsible role that requires emotional resilience, compassion, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children. We welcome applications from experienced practitioners with leadership potential, as well as those stepping into a Team Leader role for the first time who share our values.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading, motivating and supporting Residential Support Workers, providing guidance and supervision
• Conducting regular supervisions and performance reviews
• Modelling professional, reflective and consistent practice for the team
• Assisting with recruitment, induction and training of new staff
• Supporting rota planning to meet children's care needs
• Delivering high-quality, child-centred care alongside the team
• Building trusting relationships with children and celebrating their achievements
• Promoting and maintaining a strong safeguarding culture
• Ensuring care plans, risk assessments and behaviour strategies are followed consistently
• Providing guidance to staff on managing challenging behaviour and de-escalation
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care planning and reviews
• Building positive relationships with families, social workers and other professionals

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
• Enhanced DBS check valid for working with children and young people
• Genuine motivation to work with children and make a positive difference
• Ability to lead, supervise and motivate a team while maintaining professional boundaries
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Willingness to learn, develop professionally and support staff development
• Ability to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends and sleep-ins
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Desirable:

• Level 5 leadership/management qualification in residential childcare
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff
• Experience working within a regulated residential care environment
• Experience supporting children with complex needs or challenging behaviours
• Full UK driving licence

Our Values

We're looking for leaders who act professionally, respectfully and with integrity, who take pride in how they represent themselves, the organisation, and the children in their care. We value dependable people who bring consistency, positivity and accountability, and who help create confident, well-supported teams and safer environments for children.