Team Leader - Social Care in Winchester

Team Leader – Residential Children\’s Home

Location: Winchester, Hampshire
Salary: £30,000-£34,000 + £50 sleep-ins
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits: 28 days\’ holiday + birthday off, funded training, progression to Deputy Manager

Our client, a small residential home for up to three children is seeking a Team Leader to provide high-quality, trauma-informed care and lead a team of Support Workers. You\’ll oversee shifts, respond to incidents, support care planning, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment.

Responsibilities of a Team Leader:

• Lead and mentor staff, ensuring excellent standards of care
• Provide senior cover across days, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins
• Build positive relationships using PACE and trauma-informed approaches
• Maintain accurate records and uphold safeguarding and Ofsted standards
• Support daily operations and liaise with external professionals

Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Previous experience in residential childcare
• At least 12 months previous experience in a Senior/Team Leader capacity
• Confident supporting children with complex emotional/behavioural needs
• Able to lead shifts and make sound decisions
• Resilient, empathetic, and flexible

Desirable

• Senior/Shift Leader experience
• Level 5 ambition
• Knowledge of PACE
• Full UK driving licence

What\’s Offered

• Strong career progression, including to Deputy Manager
• Fully funded training and reflective supervision
• Supportive, child-focused culture
• Bonuses, recognition awards, free parking, Blue Light Card