Salary: £17.10 per hour – £70.50 sleep-in rate
Children's Residential Care - Team Leader - Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week | On-site | Sleep-ins (average of 1-2 sleep-ins per week)
Pay rate: Hourly rate of £17.10 and sleep-in rate paid at £70.50 per night.
Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives?
We are looking for caring and committed Team Leaders to join our team in Silver Birch Care (Residential Services). This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people in a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment where they can grow, develop, and achieve positive outcomes.
About the Role
As a Team Leader, you will support the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring that high standards of care are consistently delivered. You will help lead the team and create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where young people can thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Providing a safe, supportive, and child-centred environment
* Leading shifts and guiding care staff
* Supporting care planning, record‑keeping, and reporting
* Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards
* Promoting independence and positive outcomes for young people
What We’re Looking For
* Minimum 1 year experience in residential childcare
* Experience working within an Ofsted-regulated children’s home
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and child‑centred practice
* A positive, resilient, and committed approach
* Full UK driving licence (preferred)
What We Offer
Build Your Career
* Fully funded qualifications and clear pathways into Team Leader, Deputy and Registered Manager roles
* Ongoing learning and development through structured programmes and hands‑on experience
* Opportunities to step up, take on responsibility, and grow within the organisation
* 24/7 access to confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
* OnDemand GP access
* A strong team culture where people support each other day‑to‑day
Work That Works for You
* 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
* Birthday Recognition – Celebrating our people on their special day
* Wellbeing days to support staff when needed
* Team‑based working patterns
Be Part of Something Bigger
* Opportunities to get involved in our international projects, including trips to Tanzania supporting local communities
* A values‑led organisation focused on making a genuine difference — not just commercially, but socially
The Essentials
* Pension with NEST
* Access to discounts via Sage Employee Benefits and Blue Light Card
* Long service recognition awards
* On‑site parking (where available)
* Relaxed dress code
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