Team Leader Residential Childcare Worker - Leominster

Team Leader Residential Childcare Worker - Leominster

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Leader to join our team in Leominster (near Hereford). We offer a supportive environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people with emotional behavioural difficulties
What you'll do:

• Lead and mentor: Supervise and support a team of care staff, ensuring high-quality care and a safe environment.
• Promote well-being: Build positive relationships with children, encouraging independence and personal development.
• Safeguarding: Ensure children are protected and concerns are addressed promptly.
• Care planning: Implement individual care plans and contribute to reviews.
• Operational support: Contribute to the smooth running of the home, including staff recruitment and training.
• Crisis management: Respond to challenging situations, applying de-escalation techniques.

What you'll need:

• Experience in a similar role within a children's residential home or care setting.
• Full UK Driving License
• Experience working with children or young people.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• A good understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent).
• Willingness to work towards Level 5 in Leadership and Management (if not already qualified).

We offer:

• Competitive salary: Up to £34,963 per annum (including sleep-in allowance)
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Supportive working environment
• Holiday allowance and pension scheme

Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of children!

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.