Team Leader- Childrens RSW

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Team Leader | SEMH & Children's Care

Location: Woolsthorpe, Lincolnshire, UK

Salary: £28,490 - £30,050 per annum (based on up to 40 hours/week) + Sleep Allowance £3,150 - £5,250

Job Description:

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Join a leading specialist provider operating a highly-rated children's residential home in Woolsthorpe, offering a rewarding leadership role for a Team Leader in children's social care.

As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading and supporting a dedicated team to deliver exceptional care to young people aged 5-18 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs (SEMH), Cognition and Learning Needs, and Communication and Interaction Difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your leadership skills within a supportive environment committed to staff wellbeing and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of residential support staff, ensuring high standards of care and safety
• Develop & implement effective care plans tailored to individual needs of children
• Foster a positive, nurturing environment promoting emotional wellbeing
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, safeguarding protocols, and Ofsted regulations
• Support young people's development through engaging activities and educational opportunities
• Maintain accurate records and reports, streamlining documentation using bespoke IT systems
• Participate in staff supervision, training, and continuous professional development
• Manage daily operations on a rotating shift basis, including sleep-ins and handovers

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience working within children’s residential services or similar social care roles
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience within a care setting
• Recognised Level 3 Child Care Qualification (or equivalent); Level 4/5 preferred
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, SEMH, and child development
• Excellent communication and team management skills
• Motivated to support and empower young people in their journey to independence
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins

Why Join?

• Competitive salary with annual increases and progression opportunities
• Sleep allowance paid for overnight shifts
• Refer a Friend scheme offering £500 bonus for successful referrals
• Wellbeing incentives, including health cash plans and birthday vouchers
• Recognition bonuses for Ofsted inspections
• Company pension scheme to support your future
• Fully funded DBS check
• Local government pension scheme contributions
• Access to fully funded Level 4 and 5 professional qualifications
• Generous annual leave starting at 28 days, increasing with service
• Free freshly prepared meals during shifts
• Regular supervision sessions for ongoing support
• Budget for activities and events to enrich young people’s experiences
• Innovative IT systems to streamline your workload

About the Home:

This welcoming and supportive home provides a safe environment for up to three young people of all genders, aged 5-18. It specialises in caring for children with SEMH, cognitive, learning, and communication needs. Proudly rated “GOOD” by Ofsted in all areas, the home fosters a nurturing atmosphere that encourages growth, independence, and resilience.

Ready to make a positive impact? Apply today!

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