Team Leader - Mat Cover

Job Title: Team Leader - Residential Children's Home (Maternity Cover)

Location: Oswestry, Shropshire

Salary: £37,810.22 per annum

Employment Type: Temporary / Contract

Service: Children's Home

Service Users: Young people with complex needs

Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Residential Care (or working towards completion); Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification desirable

Experience Required: At least 1 year's experience in residential childcare, ideally including supervisory or management responsibility

Working at our client means being part of a passionate, values-driven organisation that puts children and young people at the heart of everything it does. Join and help make a genuine difference every single day.

Our client believes that every child deserves a safe, stable, and supportive environment to grow and thrive, and is now recruiting a committed and experienced Team Leader to join a dedicated team in one of its residential children's homes. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career while positively shaping the lives of young people with complex needs.

Your Role

Lead shifts and support the team to deliver high-quality care in line with individual care plans; provide supervision, guidance, and support to residential care staff; oversee and contribute to the development and review of care plans, ensuring consistent, trauma-informed care; support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with daily operations and home standards; promote safeguarding and ensure all procedures are followed and concerns addressed; build strong relationships with professionals, families, and external agencies; support the training, mentoring, and development of new and existing staff; and contribute to home maintenance, records, budgets, and reporting systems.

Who we are looking for:

Essential: at least 1 year of experience in residential childcare; strong understanding of child development and trauma-informed practice; Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards completion); excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills; strong written and verbal communication; understanding of safeguarding procedures and relevant legal frameworks; ability to lead by example, act as a role model and maintain professional boundaries; proficient in Microsoft Office; resilient, motivated, adaptable, and calm under pressure; flexibility to work shifts including weekends and sleep-ins; full UK driving licence.

Desirable: Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification; previous experience in a supervisory or management role; knowledge of residential childcare regulations and quality standards; strong team management and leadership capabilities.

Who you will be working for:

Established in 2007, our client has built a strong reputation as a trusted, values-led care provider, dedicated to delivering high-quality residential services for children and young people with complex needs.

Number of homes: 17 homes across the North West, West Midlands, and North Wales

Other services: Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Specialist Therapeutic Care, and Supported Accommodation

Why this home & company:

Our client's culture is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and commitment to excellence, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every team member is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.

Progression: Progression opportunities available, with a culture of recognition and long service awards

Training / qualifications: Ongoing training and development opportunities, with on-the-job learning

Benefits:

Vacation and paid time off; employee discounts; gym membership or wellness programs; casual dress; referral bonus; competitive salary; free meals during shifts; Employee Assistance Scheme; Perks Card; Wellbeing Scheme; Blue Light Card; culture of recognition; on the job learning; progression opportunities; bereavement leave; long service awards; service recognition increases to annual leave; staff celebration events; company employee app.

Ethos: Compassion, collaboration, and commitment to excellence

Culture: Inclusive and supportive, built on integrity, respect, and open communication

Sponsorship is not available.

Individuals with only CQC experience and / or who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.

How to apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's dedicated team, apply today. To apply, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact: [email protected]