Team Leader

Team Leader – Children’s Residential Care 📍 Stoke-on-Trent 💷 Competitive Salary (DOE) 🕒 Full-Time | Shift-Based (including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins if required) Lead and inspire a team supporting children and young people in a therapeutic residential setting We are recruiting a Team Leader for a children’s residential home (Ofsted regulated) supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties linked to trauma, neglect, and adverse childhood experiences. This is a key leadership role within a dedicated care team, helping to ensure high standards of care, safeguarding, and positive outcomes for children and young people. 🔑 The Role: * Lead shifts within a children’s residential home ensuring safe, consistent care delivery * Support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with day-to-day operations * Supervise, guide, and support residential support workers * Ensure compliance with Ofsted standards, safeguarding, and care regulations * Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies * Promote a therapeutic, child-centred approach at all times * Maintain accurate records, handovers, and incident reporting * Support positive routines, boundaries, and emotional development for young people ✅ What We’re Looking For: * NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (essential) * Minimum 1 year experience in children’s residential care (Ofsted regulated preferred) * Strong understanding of safeguarding and Children’s Homes Regulations * Experience working with trauma, EBD, or challenging behaviour * Confident leader with good communication and organisational skills * Ability to manage incidents calmly and professionally * Flexible approach to shift work including evenings and weekends 🎯 What’s on Offer: * Competitive salary (based on experience) * Opportunity to progress into Deputy Manager / Senior leadership roles * Ongoing training and professional development * Supportive and structured management team * Work within a stable, Ofsted-regulated service * Career development within children’s residential care This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced care professional looking to step into a leadership role within a therapeutic children’s home. 👉 Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration