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Children's Residential Team Leader

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 32,000 - 38,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Coventry, West Midlands (County)

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

Team Leader – Children’s Residential Care

Locations:

  * Milton Keynes

  * Bedford

  * Wolverhampton

  * Telford

Salary & Benefits

  * 32K+ (depending on experience and qualifications)

  * Ongoing training and development

  * Clear progression opportunities (e.g. Deputy Manager)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to support the delivery of high-quality care within children’s residential homes across the Midlands and surrounding areas.

Working alongside the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager, you will lead and support a team to provide safe, nurturing, and child-centred care. You will play a key role in supporting children to develop resilience, build positive relationships, and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  * Lead, motivate, and support Residential Support Workers

  * Deliver high-quality, child-centred care

  * Support children with daily routines, education, and activities

  * Promote positive behaviour and support de-escalation strategies

  * Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and reviews

  * Ensure safeguarding practices are consistently followed

  * Build effective relationships with families and professionals

  * Support staff development through supervision and mentoring

Requirements

Essential:

  * Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

  * Experience working within children’s residential care

  * Experience in a senior or leadership role

  * Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

  * Level 5 qualification (or working towards)

  * Experience supervising or mentoring staff

  * Experience supporting children with complex needs

Skills & Attributes

  * Strong leadership and communication skills

  * Ability to remain calm under pressure

  * Child-focused, resilient, and compassionate approach

  * Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare

  * Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins

Apply

If you are looking to take the next step in your career and make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people, we encourage you to apply

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