At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to provide nurturing care and support for children in a residential home.
- Company: Join a high-quality children's residential provider focused on positive outcomes.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, career progression, and comprehensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on staff development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in residential care and a Level 3 qualification in Children.
The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 £ per hour.
Team Leader Childrens Residential Care West Midlands From £15.00 per hour + Sleep-ins Full-Time | Permanent | 2-On, 4-Off Rota Are you an experienced Childrens Residential Support Worker ready to take the next step into leadership?
Were recruiting for a Team Leader to join a growing, high-quality childrens residential provider in the West Midlands.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation that puts therapeutic care, stability and positive outcomes for young people at the heart of everything it does.
Youll be joining a well-supported home with a strong emphasis on staff development, training and genuine career progression.
The Role As Team Leader, youll take a hands-on leadership role within the home, supporting and mentoring Residential Support Workers while helping to provide a safe, structured and nurturing environment for the children in your care.
You will: Lead and support the staff team during shifts.
Act as the responsible person on shift and oversee effective handovers.
Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
Support young people with education, activities, appointments and developing independent living skills.
Use trauma-informed approaches to support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
Maintain consistent boundaries and a safe, nurturing home environment.
Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.
Work alongside social workers, therapists, schools and other professionals.
Complete care records, reports and incident documentation to a high standard.
Support and mentor less experienced members of the team.
What Were Looking For Were looking for someone who is calm, reliable and genuinely passionate about improving outcomes for children in residential care.
You will ideally have: At least 3 years' experience within residential care.
Previous experience within childrens residential services .
A Level 3 qualification in Children
Team Leader Children's Home employer: Kindsight Recruitment Ltd
Join a values-led organisation that prioritises genuine care and relationships in a therapeutic environment for young people. Located in the West Midlands, this role offers supportive leadership, a nurturing work culture, and opportunities for career progression as the service expands. Here, you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of children who need stability and support the most.
