Team Leader – Residential Children’s Home

Homes for Support Ltd; Crewe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare organization in Crewe is seeking an experienced Residential Team Leader. This role involves leading a team to provide nurturing, trauma-informed care to children aged 5–18. Candidates should have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and experience in residential settings. The position offers a salary up to £33,108 and various benefits including free meals during shifts, private medical insurance, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free meals during shifts

Access to a company pool car

Discounts on gyms, retail & leisure

Private medical & dental insurance

Bonus schemes

Compassionate Pay and Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Previous experience in residential childcare required.
• Commitment to child-centred, therapeutic care essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily practice in care delivery.
• Promote life skills like cooking and budgeting.
• Supervise colleagues and manage shifts.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain logs.
• Work with families and external partners.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership skills

Managing challenging situations

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Crewe, Cheshire | Full-time | Up to £33,108 (incl. sleep-ins)

We’re looking for an experienced, inspiring Residential Team Leader to join one of our Ofsted-registered Therapeutic Children’s Homes in Crewe.

At Homes for Support, you’ll be part of a growing team that provides nurturing, trauma-informed care to children and young people aged 5–18 with emotional and behavioural needs.

As a key member of our leadership team, you’ll guide and support your colleagues while creating safe, structured environments where children can thrive.

What makes this role exciting?

• You’ll lead daily practice and guide a team delivering outstanding care
• You’ll work closely with the Home Manager, building skills to step up in their absence
• You’ll be part of a small, passionate team supported by nearby Head Office & Training Centre
• You’ll develop professionally with access to continuous training and leadership pathways

What you’ll be doing

• Providing warm, consistent care in line with safeguarding & therapeutic practices
• Supporting education, routines, and emotional development
• Promoting life skills – cooking, budgeting, independence
• Leading shifts, supervising colleagues, and role modelling best practice
• Supporting home operations – logs, reports, and regulatory compliance
• Working closely with families, social workers, and external partners

What you’ll bring

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in residential childcare
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Confidence managing challenging situations and supporting complex needs
• A real commitment to child-centred, therapeutic care

What you’ll get in return

• Salary up to £33,108 (incl. 10 shifts + 10 sleep-ins/month)
• Free meals during shifts
• Access to a company pool car
• Discounts on gyms, retail & leisure
• Private medical & dental insurance + cash-back scheme
• Bonus schemes, monthly rewards & staff events
• Compassionate Pay, Sick Pay & Wellbeing Programme

Shift Pattern

• 2 days on, 4 days off (10 shifts/10 sleep-ins per month)
• Includes 14 days’ annual leave per year under the pattern.

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