Job Description
Team Leader – Children’s LD Residential Home (3 Beds, Birmingham)
Salary: £32,000 + Sleep and overtime
Contract: Full-time, permanent
We are looking for a dedicated Team Leader to support the management and daily running of our 3-bed Children’s Learning Disabilities (LD) home in Birmingham. You will play a key role in ensuring a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for children with complex needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day operation of the home.
* Lead, mentor, and supervise support workers to deliver high-quality care.
* Ensure all safeguarding, care plans, and behaviour support strategies are followed.
* Promote independence, communication, and positive routines for each child.
* Maintain accurate records, reports, and shift planning.
* Build strong relationships with families, professionals, and external agencies.
Requirements
* Experience in children’s residential care, ideally within LD or complex needs settings.
* Strong understanding of learning disabilities, autism, and communication needs.
* Level 3 Children & Young People qualification (or equivalent).
* Confident leadership skills and a child-centred approach.
* Ability to remain calm, consistent, and solution-focused.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits.
* Ongoing training and development, including progression opportunities.
* Supportive leadership team and positive working culture.
* The chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
Apply today to join a team committed to exceptional care.