Job Title: Team Leader - Children’s Residential Services Location: West Midlands, Birmingham, West Midlands
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £13.50 - £13.88 per hour
Benefits: Sleep in rate
Job Duties: * Leading and supervising a team of staff working in children’s residential services
* Ensuring the safety and well-being of children in the care setting
* Implementing and monitoring care plans for each child
* Providing guidance and support to staff members
* Managing budgets and resources effectively
* Establishing and maintaining effective communication with parents, social workers, and other professionals
* Participating in team meetings and training sessions
* Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies
Required Qualifications: * Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
* Previous experience working in a similar role for at least 2 years in the last 5 years
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* Ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations
* Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
Education: * Minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Experience: * At least 2 years of experience in a children’s residential services setting
Knowledge and Skills: * Understanding of child development and attachment theory
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies
* Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications: * Level 3 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
* First Aid and Safeguarding training
Working Conditions: * Work primarily takes place in a residential care setting
* May involve evening, weekend, and on-call work
* Potential exposure to challenging behaviour and emotional situations
* Opportunities for professional development and training