Details:
- Salary: £38,040 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: West Midlands Royal Sutton Coldfield
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Team Leader - Children's Residential Home
Location: Birmingham - Yardley Wood, Kings Heath, Moseley & Oldbury
Salary: £28,800 basic + £70 per sleep-in + overtime
Potential Earnings: Approx. £38,040 per annum based on 11 sleep-ins per month
Hours: 160 hours per month | Approx. 11 shifts
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
We are recruiting an experienced Team Leader to join established children's residential homes across Birmingham.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker or Team Leader who is confident leading shifts, supervising staff and supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
The Role
You will:
Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home
Supervise, guide and support Residential Support Workers
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people
Support emotional wellbeing, behaviour, education and independence
Ensure care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans are followed
Manage challenging situations and support de-escalation
Complete and oversee records, reports and handovers
Work alongside social workers, education, health professionals and families
Support management with Ofsted compliance and high standards of care
Deputise for senior management when required
Hours & Pay
You will work 160 hours per month, approximately 11 shifts. Typical shifts are 8am-11pm, followed by a sleep-in where scheduled.
Sleep-ins are paid at £70 each. Based on approximately 11 sleep-ins per month, potential annual earnings are around £38,040, before overtime.
Shifts vary each week, so full flexibility for weekdays, weekends, Bank Holidays and sleep-ins is essential.
Essential Requirements
NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare, Health & Social Care or equivalent
Minimum 1 year's senior experience within a children's residential home
Experience leading shifts and supervising/supporting staff
Strong safeguarding and behaviour management knowledge
Full UK Driving Licence
Flexible to work across Birmingham homes when required
If you're an experienced children's residential professional ready for your next Team Leader opportunity, apply today