Team Leader Residential

Residential Team Leader

Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

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Job Overview

We are looking for a Residential Team Leader to join a short-break residential service for children and young people. This is a permanent, full-time position working 37 hours per week with a salary of £29,000 per year. The role involves providing 24-hour care for young people aged 5 to 18 with moderate to severe learning disabilities.

The ideal candidate will be a passionate, resilient, and committed individual ready to manage and lead a team in delivering a high standard of person-centred care. This is a challenging yet highly rewarding role that offers a significant opportunity to make a difference.

 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead and manage a team of residential professionals, overseeing the 24-hour rota and managing shifts.

• Provide emotional and social support to young people who may have challenging emotional and social difficulties, including assistance with personal care.

• Take the lead on case and care planning for young people, conducting regular reviews in conjunction with families and other professionals.

• Supervise, guide, and train staff and volunteers, including providing induction.

• Attend professional meetings, such as safeguarding conferences and EHC planning meetings.

• Deputise for the manager when necessary, liaising with stakeholders and leading on specific areas like compliance and health and safety.

 

Required Skills and Experience

• A minimum of a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce Social Care Pathway or an equivalent qualification.

• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a residential setting.

• Proven ability to effectively manage and prioritise workloads.

• Experience working with children who have challenging behaviours and complex needs.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding protocols.

• A valid UK driving license is desirable.

 

Benefits

• 29 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional leave.

• Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages.

• Employer pension contribution of up to 7%, which includes life assurance cover.

• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, providing access to discounts at over 15,000 national retailers.

 

How to Apply

If you have the experience and dedication to excel in this rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.