Team Leader - Residential Children Home

Brook Street Social Care; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable residential care provider in Hatfield is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to lead and support staff in delivering exceptional care to children. The role includes overseeing documentation, leading shifts, and monitoring residents' wellbeing. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People care and previous experience in a similar role. Offering a competitive hourly rate of £15, this position is perfect for motivated professionals looking to make a real impact.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate of £15

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a residential care setting, preferably in a Team Leader role.
• A full driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the completion of documentation, including chronologies and placement plans.
• Lead shifts ensuring activities and wellbeing walks are carried out.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing including feeding and bathing charts.
• Conduct medication audits and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Supervise and support night staff to meet service needs.

Skills

Strong leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People, Residential Care

Job description

Team Leader - Residential Children Home

Location: Hatfield

Salary: 15 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a highly reputable residential children care provider, for an experienced Team Leader to join their dynamic team in Hatfield. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the completion of documentation, including chronologies, placement plans, and weekly reports.
• Lead shifts, ensuring activities, wellbeing walks, and residents' sessions are effectively carried out.
• Address residents' complaints in the absence of the Registered Manager.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing, including feeding and bathing charts, and provide mental health check‑ins.
• Facilitate engaging activities for children within or outside the centre.
• Conduct medication audits, fire drills, and ensure health and safety compliance across the centre.
• Liaise with social workers, attend meetings, and manage weekly family schedules and reports.
• Supervise and support night staff to meet service needs.
• Notify OFSTED of serious events when necessary and coordinate with accounts on invoicing and spreadsheets.
• Participate in the on‑call rota system and complete incident reports within 24 hours.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People, Residential Care.
• Experience: Previous experience in a residential care setting, preferably in a Team Leader role.
• Skills: Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Licence: A full driving licence is essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of 15 per hour.
• The chance to make a real impact on the lives of children.
• 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!