Team Leader - Residential Children's Home

Description:

Team Leader - Children's Residential Care

Ebbw Vale Salary upto £39,384 | Full Time | Permanent

We're recruiting for an experienced Team Leader to join a children's residential service in Ebbw Vale.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone currently working as a Senior Residential Support Worker, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager who is looking to further develop their leadership career within children's residential care.

The Role

Working closely with the Registered Manager, you'll help lead the home, support staff development, maintain high standards of care, and ensure positive outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

Leading shifts and supporting the day-to-day operation of the home

Deputising for the Registered Manager when required

Supporting, mentoring, and supervising Residential Support Workers

Monitoring care plans, reports, and key-working activities

Ensuring safeguarding and regulatory compliance standards are met

Supporting staff training, inductions, and development

Building positive relationships with professionals and external agencies

Contributing to inspections, audits, and continuous improvement

Requirements

QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)

Experience as a Team Leader, Senior Residential Support Worker, or similar

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and residential childcare regulations

Leadership and staff development experience

Full UK Driving Licence

Registered with Social Care Wales (or willing to register)

What's On Offer?

✅ Ongoing leadership development and training

✅ Career progression opportunities

✅ Supportive management structure

✅ Opportunity to influence positive outcomes for young people

✅ Permanent role within a growing organisation

Interested?

If you're looking for your next leadership opportunity in children's residential care, please get in touch today.

Katie McCarthy | Brook Street Social Care

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