Team Leader Residential

Action for Children; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in children's services is seeking a dedicated Team Leader for their residential facility in Chesterfield. In this full-time role, you will oversee a team, ensuring high standards of care and support for children with physical and learning disabilities. Ideal candidates will lead efforts to create a safe environment, implement care plans, and foster development, all while promoting inclusivity and personal growth for the young people in care.

Benefits

29 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Professional qualifications and training opportunities

Flexible maternity and paternity packages

Pension with up to 7% employer contribution

Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience of leading a team within a care setting.
• Experience in residential short breaks or children's services.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to create a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Supervise residential support workers and support their development.
• Act as a direct cover for the registered manager in their absence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Empathy

Education

A Level 3 diploma for Residential Childcare

Job description

Description

Role: Team Leader Residential

Salary:per annum

Location:Chesterfield

Contract/Hours:Permanent/Full Time 37 hours per week

Interviews:to be held week commencing the 2 nd of June 2025

Benefits:

• 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave
• Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities
• Flexible maternity adoption and paternity packages
• Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover
• Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15000 national retailers discounts.

Vulnerable children in the UK need your help.

Wherever you work in the Action for Children family youll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK. Last year we helped more than 688000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood and the foundations they need to thrive.

Why Action for Children

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. Its the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that when we work together we can make Role: to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable childrens lives.

A bit about the service:

Chesterfield is an exciting new residential home that offers accommodation and support for children and young people aged 18 years with both physical and learning disabilities. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every individual can thrive.

As a Team Leader you will play a vital role in helping our young people achieve their personal goals and develop their independence. You may be asked to sleep in on occasions and you will earn an extra 50 for each one.

A bit about the role

In the role of Team Leader you will be responsible for leading a team to create a safe nurturing and stimulating environment for our children. You will supervise and support residential support workers by providing guidance and training ensuring they understand and implement care plans effectively. You also work with other professionals to develop and implement individualised care plans that addresses the specific needs of each child. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children at all times is crucial which means adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures. Maintaining open effective communication with the children their families and other professionals involved in their care is also key. In addition to these responsibilities you will act as a direct cover for the registered manager in their absence. Furthermore youll handle administrative tasks such as managing rotors maintaining records and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

How youll help to create brighter futures

• Guide your team to deliver exceptional care and support setting the standard for best practises.
• Create an environment where children develop essential life skills and grow in confidence
• Champion the rights and needs of each child ensuring their voice is always heard and respected
• Foster strong trusting relationships with the children their families and other professionals
• Monitoring and assessing individual progress and development through diary sheets and care plans.
• Providing management to a team of staff to deliver high standards of care.
• Leading shifts and supervising staff.
• Supporting Young People to achieve positive outcomes.
• Being an advocate for the wellbeing of the young people.
• Leading and assessing staff carrying out supervisions and risk assessments

Lets talk about you.

You will find full job description attached job description details the requirements of the role but the musthaves are:

• ALevel 3 diploma for Residential Childcare
• Experience of leading a team within a care setting
• Experience in residential short breaks or childrens services
• Experience of clear concise record keeping via IT systems
• Knowledge of Ofsted requirements
• Understanding of GDPR Safeguarding and relevant policies

Good to know.

Application Process

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

There are five sections to complete: Personal Details CV Supporting Statement & Information Equality & Diversity Submission & Declaration.

Talent Pool

We know talent when we see it. But sometimes we find the right person but not for the right job. Wed love to keep your details for when the right job comes up. Let us know if youd rather we didnt.

Contact:Shannon Neander or email us at quoting reference 11309

Diversity equality and inclusion

At Action for Children were dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace.

Weactivelyencourageapplications from Black Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are underrepresented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.

Male staff are underrepresented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants to apply.

Dont meet every single requirement

If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with the job description wed love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role or another role within the Action for Children family.

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Job Description

See below for further information about working with us:

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 29000 - 33400