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Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 14 - 16 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Northampton, West Northamptonshire

Expire in: 17 days

Job Description

Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home
Northampton, NN2
Up to £16 per hour + £70.50 per sleep-in
40 hours per week

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Team Leader to join a children’s residential home in Northampton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated childcare professional who is looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in supporting the team to deliver high-quality care and positive outcomes for children and young people.

As Team Leader, you will provide guidance and support to the residential care team, helping to ensure the home delivers a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive.

The Role

As Team Leader, you will:

  * Support the management team with the day-to-day running of the home

  * Lead and support the residential care team to provide excellent standards of care

  * Act as a positive role model for staff and young people

  * Ensure safeguarding practices are followed and maintained

  * Support with care plans, risk assessments, and daily records

  * Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people

  * Assist with the training, mentoring, and development of staff

  * Promote a safe, supportive, and nurturing home environment

  * Support with maintaining compliance with Ofsted regulations and company policies

  * Take responsibility for leading shifts and ensuring effective teamwork

About You

The successful candidate will:

  * Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)

  * Have previous experience working within a children’s residential setting

  * Have experience supporting children and young people with complex needs

  * Have a strong understanding of safeguarding and childcare legislation

  * Be confident supporting and leading a team

  * Have excellent communication and organisational skills

  * Hold a full UK driving licence (strongly desirable)

Working Pattern

  * 40 hours per week

  * Variable shift pattern across 7 days of the week

  * Sleep-ins required (£70.50 per sleep-in)

  * Please note: a fixed shift pattern is not available

Why Apply?

  * Competitive hourly rate of Up to £16 per hour

  * Additional sleep-in payments of £70.50

  * Opportunity to progress your career within children’s residential care

  * Join a supportive team making a real difference to children and young people

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