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Team Leader
Job Posted: 11 days ago
Salary: £ 15.2 - 15.2 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: CO2, Lexden, Essex
Expire in: 16 days
Job Description
Team Leader – Children’s Residential Care Home
Location: Colchester, Essex
Pay: From £15.20/hr + £50 per Sleep-In Shift
Hours: 42.5 per week (4 on / 4 off Rota, 12-hour shifts + sleep-ins)
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Make a Real Impact – Lead with Purpose
Are you a natural leader with a heart for helping young people thrive? We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Team Leader to join our dynamic children’s home and lead a team of support workers who are passionate about providing life-changing care.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and support a team of support workers to deliver high-quality care
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Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring care plans are followed and every child feels safe, valued, and supported
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Ensure full compliance with safeguarding policies and care regulations
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Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, professionals, and your team
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Plan and support activities that build children’s life skills and confidence
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Maintain accurate daily records, incident logs, and care reports
What We’re Looking For:
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Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Children & Young People) required; Level 4 or 5 desirable
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Experience: Minimum 2 year working in residential childcare, with some leadership or supervisory background
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Skills: Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills; calm under pressure
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A full UK Driving Licence is essential
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Enhanced DBS check required
What You’ll Get in Return:
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£15.20 per hour, plus £50 per sleeping night shift
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Supportive and well-being focused working environment
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Comprehensive training and opportunities for professional growth
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Casual dress policy
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On-site parking
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Company pension and referral programme
Work Schedule:
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4 Days On / 4 Days Off
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12-hour shifts: 07:30 – 20:00
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Sleeping Night Shifts: 22:00 – 07:30 (with £50 per shift bonus)
Be the Difference. Lead the Change.
Apply now to begin a rewarding leadership journey where your efforts directly improve young livesBefore You Apply
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