Team Leader - Mat Cover

Sgs-Care-Ltd; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and paid time off

Employee discounts

Gym membership or wellness programs

Casual dress

Referral bonus

Job summary

SGS-Care-Ltd in Oswestry is recruiting a Team Leader for a Residential Children's Home on a maternity cover basis. The role demands leading shifts, safeguarding, and driving high-quality care aligned with each child’s plan.

You’ll supervise staff, support care plan development, and help manage daily operations within a values-driven organisation that prioritises children’s safety and wellbeing. Essential experience includes 1 year in residential childcare, with leadership potential and a strong

Qualifications

• Essential: at least 1 year in residential childcare; strong understanding of child development and trauma-informed practice.
• Essential: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards); good planning, organisation and prioritisation.
• Essential: strong written and verbal communication; safeguarding procedures and legal frameworks.
• Desirable: Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification; supervisory/management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the team to deliver high-quality care per individual care plans.
• Provide supervision, guidance and support to residential care staff.
• Oversee development and review of care plans with trauma-informed approach.
• Support daily operations and home standards alongside managers; safeguard procedures and reporting.
• Build relationships with professionals, families and external agencies; train and mentor staff.

Skills

Leadership & management

Planning & prioritisation

Trauma-informed care

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Residential Care (or working towards)

Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Team Leader - Residential Children's Home (Maternity Cover)

Location: Oswestry, Shropshire

Salary: £37,810.22 per annum

Employment Type: Temporary / Contract

Service: Children's Home

Service Users: Young people with complex needs

Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Residential Care (or working towards completion); Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification desirable

Experience Required: At least 1 year's experience in residential childcare, ideally including supervisory or management responsibility

Working at our client means being part of a passionate, values-driven organisation that puts children and young people at the heart of everything it does. Join and help make a genuine difference every single day.

Our client believes that every child deserves a safe, stable, and supportive environment to grow and thrive, and is now recruiting a committed and experienced Team Leader to join a dedicated team in one of its residential children's homes. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career while positively shaping the lives of young people with complex needs.

Your Role

Lead shifts and support the team to deliver high-quality care in line with individual care plans; provide supervision, guidance, and support to residential care staff; oversee and contribute to the development and review of care plans, ensuring consistent, trauma-informed care; support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with daily operations and home standards; promote safeguarding and ensure all procedures are followed and concerns addressed; build strong relationships with professionals, families, and external agencies; support the training, mentoring, and development of new and existing staff; and contribute to home maintenance, records, budgets, and reporting systems.

Who we are looking for:

Essential: at least 1 year of experience in residential childcare; strong understanding of child development and trauma-informed practice; Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards completion); excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills; strong written and verbal communication; understanding of safeguarding procedures and relevant legal frameworks; ability to lead by example, act as a role model and maintain professional boundaries; proficient in Microsoft Office; resilient, motivated, adaptable, and calm under pressure; flexibility to work shifts including weekends and sleep-ins; full UK driving licence.

Desirable: Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification; previous experience in a supervisory or management role; knowledge of residential childcare regulations and quality standards; strong team management and leadership capabilities.

Who you will be working for:

Established in 2007, our client has built a strong reputation as a trusted, values-led care provider, dedicated to delivering high-quality residential services for children and young people with complex needs.

Number of homes: 17 homes across the North West, West Midlands, and North Wales

Other services: Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Specialist Therapeutic Care, and Supported Accommodation

Why this home & company:

Our client's culture is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and commitment to excellence, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every team member is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.

Progression:

Progression opportunities available, with a culture of recognition and long service awards

Training / qualifications:

Ongoing training and development opportunities, with on-the-job learning

Benefits:

Vacation and paid time off; employee discounts; gym membership or wellness programs; casual dress; referral bonus; competitive salary; free meals during shifts; Employee Assistance Scheme; Perks Card; Wellbeing Scheme; Blue Light Card; culture of recognition; on the job learning; progression opportunities; bereavement leave; long service awards; service recognition increases to annual leave; staff celebration events; company employee app.

Ethos: Compassion, collaboration, and commitment to excellence

Culture: Inclusive and supportive, built on integrity, respect, and open communication

Sponsorship is not available.

Individuals with only CQC experience and / or who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.