Team Leader - Hoddesdon - Residential Children's Home

Brook Street; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Team Leader to join their residential care facility in Hoddesdon. This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic team, ensuring exceptional care for children and young people. As a Team Leader, you will oversee documentation, support care staff, and facilitate engaging activities, making a real impact on the lives of those in your care. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for motivated individuals seeking to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Care or equivalent required.
• Experience in a residential care setting, preferably as a Team Leader.

Responsibilities

• Oversee documentation and support care plans for children.
• Lead shifts and ensure wellbeing activities are carried out.
• Monitor wellbeing and conduct medication audits.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Care

Job description

Team Leader - Residential Children's Home
Location: Hoddesdon
Salary: £12.50 - £14 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:

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

Candidate Requirements:

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

What We Offer:

1. Competitive hourly rate of £12.50 - £14 per hour (depending on experience).
2. The opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of children and young people.
3. Opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive team environment.

If you are a motivated and compassionate professional with the required qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply.

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!