Children’s Residential Team Leader
Location: Walsall - WS4
Salary: £13.50 per hour + £55 per sleep-in
Shift Pattern: 2 on, 4 off (7am - 9pm, sleep, 7am - 9am)
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Children's Residential Team Leader to join a 6-bed home that supports young people with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. The home currently has 2 young people in place and is rated Good overall, with Outstanding Leadership. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role within a supportive and well-established home.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead shifts, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
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Supervise medication administration and personal care as needed.
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Handle any issues that arise during shifts.
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Support young people, including those with hoisting and personal care needs.
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Provide guidance and leadership to the team, ensuring high-quality care at all times.
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Help create a nurturing and safe environment for the young people.
What We’re Looking For:
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Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare or equivalent (minimum requirement).
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Previous experience working with young people with learning disabilities or physical disabilities.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and support staff on shift.
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An understanding of challenging behaviour, though full restraint training is not required.
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Personal care experience, including hoisting.
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Reliability and commitment (we're looking for someone who wants to stay long-term, not job-hoppers).
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Driving licence (automatic accepted).
Benefits & Opportunities:
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Competitive salary with sleep-in payment.
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2 on, 4 off rota for a good work-life balance.
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Opportunities for career progression and development.
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A stable and supportive team with a focus on professional growth.
Interview Process:
We are looking for candidates to start as soon as possible, but are happy to wait for those currently working their notice periods. The role will require references from the last 5 years, especially in care-related positions.
If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with disabilities and want to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today