Job Title: Residential Childcare Shift Leader
Sector: Residential Childcare | Children's Services | Social Care
Location: Weston Super Mare
Salary: £28,500 - £31,500 PLUS sleeps average £5,460 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours:| Shift work | Evenings, weekends & sleep-ins
Job Description
We are recruiting an experienced Residential Childcare Shift Leader to work within a residential children's home supporting young people aged 8-18. This is a hands-on leadership role combining direct care, shift management, safeguarding, and keyworker responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality residential childcare and emotional support
Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the children's home
Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people
Promote positive behaviour management and emotional wellbeing
Support education attendance, appointments, and daily routines
Act as a positive role model and support independent living skills
Supervise and support residential support workers on shift
Act as Keyworker for allocated young people (32+ hours)
Maintain accurate care records, reports, and daily logs
Follow safeguarding, child protection, and Health & Safety procedures
Essential Requirements
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Previous experience working in a residential children's home
Experience leading shifts or acting as senior staff member
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Confident decision-making and organisational skills
Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and care planning
Desirable Skills
Experience supervising or mentoring staff
Understanding of Ofsted standards and regulations
Willingness to undertake standby/on-call duties (additional pay)
Benefits
Competitive salary with enhancements
Career progression opportunities
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive management and team environment
Additional payments for standby/on-call duties
How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact Louise:
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