Make a lasting difference in the lives of young people while leading a dedicated and compassionate team.
We are seeking an experienced Children's Residential Team Leader to join our Ofsted-registered 3-bedroom children's home, part of Brook View School. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a nurturing and supportive environment that prioritises the wellbeing and development of young people with learning disabilities and/or special needs.
Role Purpose
As a Team Leader, you'll play a key role in:
Leading and inspiring a team to provide a safe, caring, and stable environment for young people.
Ensuring the physical, emotional, and social needs of residents are met through high-quality, person-centred care.
Motivating and coaching staff, managing performance, and conducting regular supervisions and appraisals.
Maintaining compliance with The Children's Home Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards, continuously striving for excellence in care delivery.
Driving the development and improvement of practice within the home.
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you'll need:
Strong knowledge of management principles, including supervision and appraisal processes.
Good understanding of learning disabilities, special educational needs, and current developments in the field.
Experience using positive approaches to manage challenging behaviours.
Knowledge of human growth, development, and relevant legislation/regulatory standards.
Proven leadership experience within a care or learning support setting.
Demonstrated success in working effectively with young people with learning disabilities and/or special needs.
Experience planning and delivering person-centred activities that achieve positive outcomes.
Essential Qualification
Level 3 Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
How to Apply
To apply or learn more, please contact Sophie at (phone number removed) or email sp