Team Leader / Senior Support Worker - Derby or Burton on Trent

Opus Enterprise T / A Real Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Residential Care Worker / Team Leader in the East Midlands to lead a team that provides care for children and young people. The role requires effective communication and problem-solving skills, along with an NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People or equivalent. Candidates should be passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people. This full-time position offers competitive pay, including overtime and sleep-ins.

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People or equivalent.
• Experience working with children and young people required.
• Ability to lead a team and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people and families.
• Promote safeguarding and children's rights.
• Support with care plans and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate records and lead by example.

Skills

Childcare experience

Leadership skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People

Job description

Senior Residential Care Worker / Team Leader

Derby DE24 or Burton upon Trent

£14.50 £15.00 per hour (+ £2ph overtime & £40 sleep-ins)

2 on / 4 off

Full-time, Permanent

Right to Work in the UK - Passport / Valid Visa

Make a Difference. Lead a Team. Change Young Lives.

Leading client is looking for an experienced Senior Residential Care Worker / Team Leader to support children and young people in their Derby or Burton on Trent homes. If you're passionate, resilient, and ready to step up, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people and families.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, and children's rights.
• Support with care plans, risk assessments, and daily running of the home.
• Maintain accurate records and lead by example.

What You Need

• NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People (or equivalent).
• Experience in a child…