At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a compassionate team to support children with learning disabilities in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join Agincare, a family-run organisation dedicated to quality care and support.
- Benefits: Competitive sleep-in rate, fully funded qualifications, pension scheme, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with varied daily activities and strong team support.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in young lives while shaping a new children's home.
- Qualifications: Experience in care, leadership skills, and a commitment to safeguarding children.
The predicted salary is between 24750 - 30250 £ per year.
With the opening of our brand-new children's home just around the corner, now is an exciting time to start your career in care and join the founding team of our not-for-profit Children's Residential Home in Wimborne, Dorset. This is your chance to help shape a high-quality service from the ground up, supporting children with learning disabilities in a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where they can truly thrive and feel at home.
We are seeking dedicated Team Leaders who are compassionate, dependable, and ready to lead by example, making a lasting difference in the lives of young people while supporting and inspiring a team to deliver outstanding care.
Your Role as a Team Leader
As part of a team wholeheartedly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, you'll provide consistent, compassionate support to children with learning disabilities, helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered. You will:
- Build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people.
- Support daily routines from school runs and mealtimes to play and bedtime.
- Help children learn life skills and build their independence.
- Work as part of a team to ensure children feel safe, secure, and cared for.
- Support with writing care plans, routines, and completing risk assessments for the home and young people along with other additional responsibilities such as leading shifts.
- Handle challenging behaviour calmly and with empathy, using a therapeutic approach.
- Take part in fun, active days; every day is different!
- Be part of the sleep-in rota, with an average of 4 sleep-ins per month (flexibility is essential).
- Conduct supervisions of staff and be part of the running of team meetings.
About You
We are looking for an experienced and compassionate professional who is ready to take the next step into a leadership role, making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. You will be confident in leading by example, supporting your team, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive. To succeed in this role, you will:
- Demonstrate the confidence and capability to lead shifts, including weekends and weekdays as required.
- Have a strong understanding of (or working knowledge of) Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
- Be flexible and committed to participating in a sleep-in rota to meet the needs of the home.
- Hold a full UK driving licence, as the service operates across two sites in Wimborne.
- Be working towards Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
- Have the right to work in the UK, with a minimum of 12 months remaining.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- Sleep in rate £65 per sleep.
- Opportunities for fully funded qualification in Level 4/5 Residential Childcare.
- Full-time positions available.
- Company pension scheme.
- Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000.
- Blue Light Discount package.
- Early On Demand Pay.
- Career development pathways and training.
- Staff recognition and appreciation schemes.
About Agincare
We are a family-run business that has been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 5,000 team members and more than 170 care locations across England, we are one of the UK's largest and most trusted care providers.
Children's Residential Care Team Leader employer: Agincare Group
Agincare is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees, offering a supportive work culture where care professionals can thrive. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the communities of Taunton, Chard, and Frome, joining the Agincare family means being part of a dedicated team that values compassion and excellence in care.
