Job Title: Senior Shift Leader
Location: Deal, Kent, South East England
Salary: £16.79 per hour + £60 per sleep-in
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Description
We are recruiting a Senior Shift Leader to join a supportive children’s residential setting in Deal, Kent. This is a hands‑on leadership role focused on creating safety, consistency, and therapeutic care for children and young people, while guiding staff practice across each shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading a shift team to deliver high‑quality, child‑centred care and ensuring a safe, structured environment at all times
- Supporting accurate recording and reporting (daily logs, reports, and documentation), including contributing to risk assessments and care plan implementation
- Stepping up with operational responsibility when senior leaders are not on site, helping to maintain appropriate staffing levels and smooth running of the home
Requirements & Qualifications
- A relevant Children’s Residential qualification (or willingness to work towards one) (e.g., Level 3 Diploma)
- Proven experience in a children’s residential care setting, with the confidence to guide others on shift
- Mandatory compliance including Enhanced DBS Check and Full UK Driving Licence (or ability to meet the role’s transport requirements)
Benefits & Work Environment
- Competitive pay at £16.79 per hour plus £60 per sleep-in
- Structured shift pattern (typically 2 on / 2 off) with regular sleep‑ins (commonly 2–3 per week)
- Ongoing training and development, including online learning and support to strengthen your leadership and safeguarding practice
Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
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Senior Shift Leader in Deal employer: Vetro Recruitment
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