Job Title: Team Leader
Location: Peterborough
Salary: £16.93 per hour (based on 40 hours per week) + £70.50 per sleep-in
Sector: Residential Care – Children’s Services

We are excited to present an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and motivated Team Leader to join our Children’s Residential Care team in Peterborough. This role involves supporting the management team in the day-to-day running of a 2-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) home, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support for young people.

As a Team Leader, you will play a vital role in promoting the safety, wellbeing, and development of the children while guiding and supporting the staff team to achieve positive outcomes.

The Role

As Team Leader, your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with the effective operation of the home, ensuring compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations, Ofsted standards, and company policies.

Acting as a role model for staff and young people, leading by example and promoting best practice.

Leading shifts, overseeing rotas, and ensuring adequate staffing to meet the needs of the home.

Supervising, mentoring, and supporting staff to maintain a positive and nurturing environment.

Ensuring the emotional, physical, and psychological wellbeing of young people within a safe and structured setting.

Maintaining accurate records and ensuring care plans are implemented and regularly reviewed.

Working collaboratively with external professionals, including social workers, educators, and health services.

Promoting safeguarding practices and promptly escalating any concerns.

About You

To succeed in this role, you should have:

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential.

Experience working in a children’s residential setting, ideally with some supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge of safeguarding, children’s legislation, and Ofsted requirements.

Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

A flexible approach to working, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

Full UK driving licence – preferred.

What’s On Offer

Hourly rate: £16.93 (based on a 40-hour week).

Sleep-in allowance: £70.50 per night.

Comprehensive training and development opportunities.

Clear pathways for progression within the organisation.

The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

Recruitment Process

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting will take place on a rolling basis. The successful candidate will be offered the role subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Alex on 01926 356 549 or via email at alex@hamptonsresourcing.com
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Hamptons values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged, and we will provide support for any adjustments required during the recruitment process.