Shift Leader

Position - Shift Leader – Children’s Residential Home Salary – £35,500 - £36,600 per annum for qualified candidates; this includes 7 to 9 sleep in payments of £60 per night. Hours – 37.5 per week comprising of 24 hours shifts and double shifts; doubles are 10.30am to 10.30am the following morning. Doubles are 10.30am to 11.00pm Location – Weston-super Mare What’s in it for you * Permanent, full-time role * Sleep-ins, weekends and Bank Holidays included on rota (additional payments apply) * Clear progression pathway (Level 1 → Level 2 Shift Leader) * Opportunity to develop towards Level 5 Leadership & Management * Ongoing training, supervision and professional development * Supportive, values-led environment focused on nurturing care rather than institutional practice Where you’ll be doing it * A small, nurturing children’s residential home * Supporting young people aged 8–18 * Community-based setting designed to feel like a family home, not an institution Your employment contract This role includes sleep-ins, some weekends and Bank Holidays * Occasional waking nights may be required Who you’d be working for You’d be joining a children’s residential provider committed to creating warm, family-style homes where young people feel safe, listened to and supported to thrive. The focus is on empowerment, independence, emotional wellbeing and positive life outcomes — never institutional care. What would your responsibilities be As a Shift Leader, you’ll combine hands-on care with leadership responsibility, including: * Building strong, trusting relationships with young people * Leading shifts and ensuring the home runs smoothly * Supporting daily routines, education attendance, appointments and activities * Promoting independence, life skills and positive behaviour * Acting as a positive role model through everyday tasks (cooking, cleaning, shopping) * Safeguarding decision-making and accurate recording * Medication administration and personal care where required * Liaising with social workers, families and external professionals * Supporting, mentoring and supervising less experienced staff * High-quality record keeping, reports and keyworking documentation * Ensuring health & safety compliance and a safe living environment Requirements * Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or working towards * Experience working with children or young people in residential care * Strong safeguarding knowledge and decision-making skills * Confident leadership and excellent organisational skills * Ability to work flexibly across shifts, including sleep-ins How to apply - click apply