Team Leader - Childcare
Location: Markfield, LE67 Salary: £31,092 – £35,802.14 per year Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Shift Pattern: 1 day on / 2 days off | Includes evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins Sleep-in Rate: £65 per night
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Home Manager in day-to-day operations
* Supervise and guide staff to deliver high-quality care
* Build strong relationships with young people and external professionals
* Lead key work sessions and maintain accurate records
* Ensure safeguarding standards are upheld
* Assist with daily tasks: cooking, cleaning, appointments, etc.
* Participate in rota planning and cover shifts as needed
Shift Patterns & Pay
* Typical rota: 1 day on, 2 days off
* You’ll work 10–11 shifts per month, depending on the calendar
* Includes approximately 6 sleep-in shifts monthly
* Monthly hours: 155 hours + 6 sleep-ins + 2 cover shifts
* Total monthly earnings: £35,802.14 annually
* Sleep-in rate: £65 per night
Requirements
* Minimum 1 year experience in children’s residential care (preferred)
* Level 3, 4, or 5 Diploma/NVQ in Residential Childcare or Health & Social Care
* Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply—initial funding available)
* Ability to work at least 3 shifts per week including sleep-ins
* Understanding of safeguarding and relevant legislation
Benefits
* Casual dress
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free on-site parking
* Cycle to work scheme
* Referral programme
* Mentoring programme
* Company events
* Health & wellbeing support