Team Leader – Residential Children’s Home (Learning Disabilities)

Keyhealth; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in children's care is seeking a compassionate Team Leader for their Residential Children’s Home. This role involves providing leadership and direct care to children with learning disabilities, ensuring high standards of support and a safe environment. You will mentor and supervise staff, assist with documentation, and promote a child-centred culture. The position offers a supportive and inclusive work environment with opportunities for career progression and ongoing training. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Full induction and ongoing training

Career progression opportunities

Employee well-being programmes

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with learning disabilities or additional needs.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direct care to children with learning disabilities.
• Mentor and supervise care staff to maintain high-quality support.
• Ensure compliance with care standards and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

Ability to Handle Challenging Behaviour

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People)

Job description

Team Leader – Residential Children’s Home (Learning Disabilities)

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This role is based in Stoke-on-Trent, supporting children with learning disabilities. We seek an experienced, compassionate Team Leader / Deputy Manager to support children and staff, ensuring high standards of care and a safe environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide leadership and direct care to children with learning disabilities.
2. Mentor and supervise care staff to maintain high-quality support.
3. Assist in managing documentation, risk assessments, and regulatory reports.
4. Monitor behavioural and emotional development of children.
5. Support children in educational, social, and recreational activities.
6. Promote safeguarding, positive behaviour, and a child-centred culture.
7. Ensure compliance with care standards and policies.
8. Collaborate with professionals, families, and external agencies.
9. Contribute to a cohesive team environment.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with learning disabilities or additional needs.
• Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or equivalent.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle challenging behaviour professionally.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and residential care practices.
• Flexible to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• Full UK driving licence with business insurance.

What We Offer:

• Salary up to £30,000 per annum.
• Supportive, inclusive work environment.
• Full induction and ongoing training.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Employee well-being and development programmes.

Application:

If you are passionate about helping children reach their potential, apply now with your CV. A member of the Key Health team will contact you.