Job Description:

Team Leader - Children's Residential Home

📍 Botley, Oxfordshire
💷 £43,180 - £50,444 per year (including sleep-ins and allowances)
🕒 Full Time | Permanent

About the Role

An established children's care provider is currently looking for a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join one of their residential children's homes based in Botley, Oxfordshire.

The service supports young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, with a strong focus on providing stability, structure, and positive outcomes in a safe and nurturing environment.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone who genuinely wants to make a positive impact in the lives of children and young people while progressing within a supportive organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the residential home
• Lead, motivate, and support the staff team
• Build positive and trusting relationships with young people
• Support young people with routines, education, activities, and independent living skills
• Ensure safeguarding procedures and care plans are followed effectively
• Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
• Assist the Registered and Deputy Managers with operational responsibilities
• Deputise for senior management when required
• Complete accurate records, reports, and documentation in line with regulations
• Promote positive outcomes and emotional wellbeing for young people

What We Are Looking For

Essential:

• Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care
• Previous experience working within children's residential care
• Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations
• Compassionate and child-focused approach

Desirable:

• Previous Team Leader or Senior Support Worker experience
• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs

Salary & Benefits

Base Salary:

£35,400 - £42,664 per year

Additional Payments:

• Up to 3 sleep-ins per month (£80 per sleep-in)
• Attendance allowance up to £1,400 annually
• Regional allowance
• Responsibility allowance
• Welcome bonus upon successful completion of probation
• Loyalty bonus after 12 months of service

Additional Benefits

• Full induction and specialist training programme
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Pension and flexible benefits package
• Employee wellbeing and assistance support
• Medical cashback scheme
• Meals provided during shifts
• High street discounts and employee benefits
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Safeguarding & Equality

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.

Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, and the organisation is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and looking to take the next step in your residential childcare career, we would love to hear from you.

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