Team Leader - Children's Residential Home (BBBH314) Bexhill-On-Sea, England
Salary: GBP18.17 - GBP21.34 per annum
Team Leader - Ofsted Registered Children's Residential Home
Job Title: Team Leader
Pay: £18.17 - £21.34 per hour
Location: Bexhill
Working Pattern: Day or Night Shifts Available
In this role you will help young people become more independent and grow personally through various enjoyable activities within a safe environment. This is a truly rewarding opportunity where you have a fulfilling chance to positively influence the lives of vulnerable children and young people who have experienced trauma, instability and adversity.
This is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the safe, consistent and effective running of shifts within the home. As a Team Leader, you will provide direction, guidance and support to Support Workers and Senior Support Workers, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and behaviour management are maintained at all times.
The home is a 4 bed children's residential home supporting children and young people aged 10 to 16 with profound Learning Disabilities and complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD and challenging behaviours. Some young people may be non-verbal or low verbal and use alternative communication methods such as PECS, Makaton or AAC devices.
The children and young people in this home benefit from calm, patient and consistent adults who can build trusting relationships and provide structured support. Adults must be able to remain emotionally resilient and responsive during periods of dysregulation, using calm and therapeutic approaches to support positive outcomes and maintain safety.
What We Offer:
- Private Healthcare and 24/7 GP Access with Vitality
- Fully Funded Level 3 and Level 5 Qualifications
- Clear Career Pathways with Higher Salaries
- £40 per month Gym Membership Contributions / Fitness Classes
- Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Packages
- Free Access to Flexible and Unlimited Therapeutic Support
- Birthday Paid Off
- Free or Subsidised Parking
- Enhanced Overtime Rates
- Company Bonus Scheme
- Free Meals on Every Shift including Snacks and Refreshments in Offices
- Blue Light Card Membership Included
- Company Sick Pay Policy (Above Statutory)
- Pension Scheme
- Frequent Company Events
About You:
We are looking for strong practice leaders who combine accountability, stability and compassion for young people. You will have:
- Experience working within residential childcare
- Previous experience leading or supporting staff on shift
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (essential)
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of professional boundaries
- The ability to remain calm and make effective decisions under pressure
- Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
- A trauma informed and child centred approach to care
- The ability to maintain high standards and hold others accountable
- A commitment to delivering outstanding care and outcomes for young people
- Willingness to work towards or complete Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (desirable)
- Flexibility to work shifts including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
Key Responsibilities:
As a Team Leader you will:
- Lead shifts and take accountability for the safe and effective running of the home during your shift
- Manage and direct Coaches and Senior Coaches, ensuring high standards of performance and conduct
- Ensure care plans, risk assessments and Positive Behaviour Support strategies are consistently implemented
- Take responsibility for safeguarding concerns, incident response and decision making on shift
- Escalate incidents and safeguarding concerns appropriately to management
- Monitor practice standards and address concerns immediately
- Ensure routines, boundaries and therapeutic approaches are consistently maintained
- Support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes across behaviour, education and independence
- Maintain accurate, timely and compliant records and documentation
- Promote trauma informed, child centred and therapeutic care approaches
- Support induction, coaching and development of staff members
- Contribute to reflective practice, team meetings and operational improvement
- Maintain a safe, clean and well run home environment
- Oversee medication administration, health and safety and compliance on shift
- Work collaboratively with families, social workers and external professionals
- Work flexibly across different homes within the service where required
This home operates a 24 hour, 365 day service. You have the choice of working Day Shifts or Night Shifts. The shift patterns are as follows:
Day Shifts
- 1 day on, 2 days off (rolling rota)
- 07:30am - 10:30pm (15 hour shifts)
Waking Night Shifts
- 2 nights on, 2 nights off (rolling rota)
- 10:00pm - 08:00am (10 hour shifts)
Safer Recruitment
All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, referencing and full safer recruitment procedures.
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Team Leader - Children's Residential Home in Bexhill-on-Sea employer: SuperHiring
SuperHiring is an exceptional employer, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people in Eastbourne. With a strong focus on employee growth and a nurturing work culture, staff are supported through ongoing training and development in a Good-rated environment. Join a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters a trauma-informed approach to care, ensuring both personal and professional fulfilment.
