Team Leader Residential
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring an in-office Residential Team Leader in Kirkby-In-Ashfield paying £34,500 per annum plus £50 per sleep-in shift to lead a team in providing therapeutic care at a new children's residential home.
- Role
- Team Leader Residential
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Kirkby-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- £34,500 per annum plus £50 per sleep-in shift
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Action for Children is seeking a dedicated Residential Team Leader to help launch a new children's residential home in Kirkby-In-Ashfield. This hands-on leadership role involves managing a team of residential support workers to provide therapeutic care for young people who have experienced trauma. The position requires a professional who can deputize for the Registered Manager and create a safe, nurturing, and stable environment for children in short-term care. Successful candidates will lead shifts, oversee staff appraisals, and ensure high standards of safeguarding and emotional support are met.
What you'll do
- Provide direct line management and supervision to residential staff.
- Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence.
- Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic, and child-centred home environment.
- Prepare for and participate in Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings.
- Develop care plans and manage paperwork for young people.
What it takes
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care or equivalent.
- Proven experience in providing emotional and social support to children.
- Demonstrated ability to lead shifts and supervise staff teams.
- Resilience and a positive approach to change and challenging environments.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding protocols.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension with up to 7% matched employer contribution, life assurance, staff discounts, Blue Light Card eligibility, comprehensive supervision and development programme, and free on-site parking.
Frequently asked questions
Is this role remote or based on-site?
This is an in-office position located at a new residential home in Kirkby-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire.
What is the compensation for this position?
The role pays £34,500 per annum, with additional payments of £50 per shift for required sleep-in duties.
What is the primary qualification required?
You are ideally required to hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care or an equivalent qualification.
How do I apply for this role?
Interested candidates should contact Erika Brinkman at [email protected], quoting reference number 13214.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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