Team Leader

Job Title: Children’s Residential Team Leader
Location: Croydon, London
Salary: £16.12 per hour (DOE) + Sleep-ins paid at £70.50
Job Description:
A leading specialist provider is seeking a dedicated Children’s Residential Team Leader to join their team in Croydon, London. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for experienced professionals passionate about delivering high-quality, child-centred care. As a Children’s Residential Team Leader, you will oversee daily shifts, support staff, and ensure the safety and wellbeing of young people in a dynamic environment. If you are committed to making a positive impact in children’s residential services, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path in Croydon, London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead shifts, coordinate staff on duty, and ensure effective handovers and continuity of care
• Support young people with daily routines, emotional wellbeing, and behaviour management strategies
• Maintain a safe environment by following care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures
• Complete high-quality documentation, including daily logs, incident reports, and medication records
• Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and on-the-job guidance
• Work closely with managers and external professionals to promote positive outcomes for young people
• Foster a positive team culture with clear boundaries and consistent expectations

Requirements:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Experience working in a children’s residential setting
• Ability to work a variable shift pattern, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Strong communication skills, resilience, and a calm, consistent approach
• Full UK driving licence (strongly desirable)

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive rate of £16.12 per hour for a 40-hour week
• Sleep-in payments at £70.50
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression
• Satisfactory references, right to work checks, and an enhanced DBS check are required for appointment

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.