Team Leader Nights

Tyre Hill House; Hawkesley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day/Night shifts

Induction training

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Sick pay

Free parking

Meaningful work

Job summary

Tyre Hill House is a welcoming residential family assessment centre dedicated to supporting parents and children through a crucial life period. We seek a compassionate Waking Night Team Leader to build positive relationships with families while ensuring children's safety and wellbeing.

This role offers leadership opportunities, involvement in staff recruitment and development, and a pathway to senior leadership within a growing organisation. Pro rata salary reflects 31.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare leadership.
• Understanding of safeguarding and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and provide effective leadership to the residential care team.
• Support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operation and compliance with regulations.
• Assist in staff induction, supervision and ongoing development.
• Contribute to family plans, risk assessments and quality assurance processes.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager when required and support overall leadership.

Job description

Help families build safer, more positive futures

Tyre Hill House is a welcoming residential family assessment centre where parents and children are supported through an important period in their lives.

Our purpose is to create a safe, respectful and nurturing environment where parents can develop their skills and confidence. We combine compassionate support with professional observation to help ensure every family receives a fair, evidence-based assessment.

We are proud of our warm, inclusive culture. Our team works closely together, values every colleague's contribution and shares a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and their families.

The role

We are looking for compassionate and enthusiastic Waking Night Team Leaders who can build positive relationships with parents while keeping children's safety and wellbeing at the heart of their work.

Waking Night Team Leader 31.5 hours per week (12-hour shift 20:00 to 08:00)

Salary: £35,000 FTE (pro rata to circa £29,797 for 31.5 hours per week)

Working closely alongside the Registered Manager, you will help establish a nurturing, therapeutic, and child and parent centred environment where families can thrive. You will have the opportunity to influence practice, support the recruitment and development of staff, and help create a home that achieves exceptional outcomes.

This role is ideal for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker or Team Leader seeking a fresh challenge and the opportunity to be part of an exciting new venture. It offers an excellent pathway for ambitious childcare professionals looking to progress into senior leadership and future Registered Manager positions within a growing organisation.

Responsibilities

Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day operation of the home, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and company policies.

Lead shifts and provide effective leadership, guidance, and support to the residential care team.

Assist in developing and maintaining a positive, nurturing, and therapeutic environment and contribute to the assessments of families.

Support staff induction, supervision, mentoring, and ongoing development to promote high-quality care and practice.

Contribute to and assess the progress of family's plans and risk assessments to ensure individual needs are met.

Contribute to quality assurance processes, audits, action plans, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Support the Registered Manager in preparing for OFSTED inspections and Regulation 25

Ensure safeguarding procedures are consistently followed and that children and parents remain safe and protected at all times.

Build positive relationships with children, families, social workers, and other professionals.

Assist with staffing rotas, shift planning, and ensuring appropriate staffing levels are maintained.

Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation in line with regulatory requirements.

Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence and support the overall leadership and management of the home.

What we offer

• Day team (early & late shifts) or Night team (12 waking night shifts)
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay
• Free on-site parking
• Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference

The closing date is Wednesday 23 September 2026.

Tyre Hill House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families. The successful candidate will be required to complete relevant safer-recruitment and pre-employment checks.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of application, unfortunately on this occasion you have been unsuccessful.