Salary (including MFS)
£39,152 - £44,075 plus market factor supplement of £2,460 per annum
Market Factor Supplement
£2,460 per annum
Type of vacancy
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
Hours per week
37
Work Base
Clayfields House, Nottingham, NG9 8GU
Working Arrangements
Office Based
Job Description / Person Specification
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Additional Documentation
Team Manager FAQs January 2026 .pdf – 137KB Opens in a new window
Competency Framework
Tier 5
Number of posts
1
Interview date
Week Commencing 02/02/2026
Closing Date
22 February :55
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Be there for your community when they need you most- and we'll be there for you. Join Clayfields House as Team Manager and help create lasting, positive change in the lives of vulnerable young people.
The Role
Clayfields House, a Secure Children's Home ran by Nottinghamshire County Council, is looking for an experienced, values-driven Team Manager to lead one of our residential care teams. This is a demanding, highly rewarding role where your leadership, judgement, and compassion will directly shape the safety, stability, and futures of some of the most vulnerable young people in the country.
As Team Manager, you will provide visible, confident leadership, balancing operational oversight with strong management. You will safeguard young people, support staff, and maintain consistently high standards of care. Your leadership will inspire your team to deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
This is a fast-paced and rewarding role, requiring resilience, strong decision-making skills and a commitment to making a lasting difference in the lives of young people.
What You'll Be Responsible For
* Leading, supporting, and developing a residential care team to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care for young people.
* Working closely with parents, carers, youth justice professionals, social workers, and partner agencies.
* Providing clear safeguarding leadership and responding decisively to concerns or incidents.
* Monitoring practice through quality assurance tools, audits, and reflective supervision.
* Creating a positive, accountable team culture that reflects our THINKER values: Trust, Honesty, Integrity, Non-judgemental practice, Kindness, Empathy, and Respect
* Acting as a key role model for safe, ethical, and child-centred practice within a secure setting.
Required Skills And Qualifications
You don't need previous secure-estate experience- we'll train you. What matters most is leadership experience, resilience, and a genuine commitment to young people.
You Will Bring
* At least 3 years management experience in social care, criminal justice, residential, or a relevant field.
* A relevant professional qualification e.g. Social Work (i.e. DipSw, CQSW), Youth Justice (i.e. YJEPC), Criminology Degree, Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.
* Proven experience in working with external stakeholders and professionals.
* Experience chairing meetings and carrying out reviews.
* The ability to lead calmly and decisively in a fast-paced environment
* Strong understanding of safeguarding practices and quality assurance processes.
You Will Also Be
* Motivational and supportive, able to inspire confidence within your team.
* Confident communicating with young people, families, and professionals, even in challenging or sensitive situations.
* Committed to inclusion, fairness, and continuous improvement
* Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, secure environment
About Clayfields House
At Clayfields House, we provide secure care, education, and specialist interventions for up to 20 young people aged 10-18 with complex needs. These young people come to us due to youth justice issues or welfare concerns, often having faced difficult care histories and traumatic experiences. We believe that everyone can achieve positive change, and we need positive thinkers to help us create a 'centre of excellence' for those in our care.
What We Offer You
As part of Nottinghamshire County Council, you'll receive:
* A comprehensive and supportive induction, including Safety Intervention training
* Regular supervision and strong peer support from an experienced management team
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Access to wellbeing, health, and counselling support
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (6.5% employer contribution)
Working Hours And Benefits
Working hours are varied, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, with generous shift enhancements that can significantly increase your annual earnings.
Why Join Us?
Working at Clayfields House is challenging- but it is also meaningful, purposeful, and deeply rewarding. You'll be part of a service where leadership matters, your voice is heard, and your work genuinely changes lives.
Join us and help create safety, stability, and hope where it's needed most.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, contact Paul Thomas, Service Manager on
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Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Therefore, the County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.