Team Leader - Social Care

First For Support; Winchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A small residential home provider in Winchester is looking for a Team Leader to oversee care for children and lead support staff. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, ensuring high standards of care, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and previous experience in a Senior role. They should possess strong leadership skills, empathy, and resilience. A supportive culture and strong career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

28 days' holiday + birthday off

Funded training

Career progression to Deputy Manager

Bonuses and recognition awards

Free parking

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Previous experience in residential childcare is essential.
• At least 12 months previous experience in a Senior/Team Leader role required.
• Confident in supporting children with complex emotional and behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor staff to ensure excellent care standards.
• Provide senior cover across days, evenings, and weekends.
• Maintain accurate records and uphold safeguarding standards.

Skills

Leadership and mentoring

Empathy

Resilience

Decision-making

Understanding of trauma-informed care

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 ambition

Job description

Team Leader - Residential Children's Home

Location: Winchester, Hampshire
Salary: £30,000-£34,000 + £50 sleep-ins
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits: 28 days' holiday + birthday off, funded training, progression to Deputy Manager

Our client, a small residential home for up to three children is seeking a Team Leader to provide high-quality, trauma-informed care and lead a team of Support Workers. You'll oversee shifts, respond to incidents, support care planning, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment.

Responsibilities of a Team Leader:

• Lead and mentor staff, ensuring excellent standards of care
• Provide senior cover across days, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins
• Build positive relationships using PACE and trauma-informed approaches
• Maintain accurate records and uphold safeguarding and Ofsted standards
• Support daily operations and liaise with external professionals

Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Previous experience in residential childcare
• At least 12 months previous experience in a Senior/Team Leader capacity
• Confident supporting children with complex emotional/behavioural needs
• Able to lead shifts and make sound decisions
• Resilient, empathetic, and flexible

Desirable

• Senior/Shift Leader experience
• Level 5 ambition
• Knowledge of PACE
• Full UK driving licence

What's Offered

• Strong career progression, including to Deputy Manager
• Fully funded training and reflective supervision
• Supportive, child-focused culture
• Bonuses, recognition awards, free parking, Blue Light Card