Residential Children's Services Team Leader
Join Our Team as a Residential Children's Services Team Leader!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? At Headway Adolescent Resources, we have been providing high-quality, holistic care since 1999, and we're looking for a dedicated Team Leader to join our 4-bed children's home in Weston-super-Mare.
What We Offer
- Generous Holiday Allowance
- Pension Scheme with a 3% employer contribution
- Ofsted Bonus: £200 for a Good report and £500 for an Outstanding report
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Sleep-in Allowance: £46 per night, as required
About the Role
As a Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that young people receive a safe, positive, and nurturing living experience. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and supervising the Residential Support Worker team to deliver high-quality care
- Ensuring the home runs smoothly and safely, in line with safeguarding expectations
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of policies, procedures, and legislation
- Building strong, professional relationships with multi-agency partners, families, and the community
- Supporting care planning and young people's reviews
- Encouraging young people to participate in decision-making
- Promoting equality and anti-discriminatory practices
- Attending required training and supporting QCF learners
Essential Skills
To thrive in this role, you should possess the following:
- A good standard of education, working towards or holding a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent
- A strong understanding of childcare legislation, Children's Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards
- Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviours
- Confidence in report writing, numeracy, general administration, and IT
- The ability to build positive, empathetic relationships with young people
- A motivational and supportive leadership style
- Knowledge of national and local safeguarding procedures
Working Conditions
This is a full-time, permanent position requiring 38 hours per week. Your salary will be:
- Unqualified: Up to £34,079.99 with sleep-in shifts
- Qualified: Up to £35,810.18 with sleep-in shifts
Why Headway Adolescent Resources?
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults is at the heart of everything we do. Join us in making a positive impact!
Ready to take the next step in your career? We can't wait to hear from you!
