Job Description

Job Opportunity: Team Leader - Children's Residential Home (2-Bedded) | Herefordshire

Salary:

15.75 - 16.25 per hour (dependent on experience)

Location:

Herefordshire

Hours:

Full-time, including some evenings, weekends & sleep-ins (rota-based)

Contract Type:

Permanent

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?

Do you have the leadership skills to guide, support, and inspire a dedicated team in a nurturing, homely environment?

We are seeking a

compassionate, resilient and experienced Team Leader

to join our small but impactful residential children's home in

Herefordshire

. This two-bedded home provides a safe, stable, and supportive environment for children with emotional and behavioural needs, helping them thrive and reach their potential.

About the Role

As

Team Leader

, you will play a crucial role in leading a small team of Residential Support Workers, ensuring the home operates to the highest standards of care and compliance. You will support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations and will often act as the lead professional on shift, ensuring young people's individual care plans are followed with empathy and consistency.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing leadership, supervision, and support to care staff on shift Acting as a positive role model for young people and the team Contributing to care planning and the development of the home Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times Supporting with rota planning and household management Building trusting relationships with the young people, promoting emotional wellbeing, education and personal development Assisting the Registered Manager with audits, reports, and staff development

What We're Looking For

NVQ Level 3 (Children & Young People / Residential Childcare) - essential

Experience working in a children's residential setting -

minimum 2 years

Supervisory or senior support worker experience preferred Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and behaviour support strategies Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and sleep-in shifts Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills A commitment to the rights and welfare of young people

What We Offer

Competitive salary with enhancements for sleep-ins/overtime Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Supportive management and team culture Opportunities to progress within a growing organisation Meaningful, rewarding work that changes lives
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and help shape a brighter future for young people in care, we'd love to hear from you.

To Apply:

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability to Rudyevans@glanlifechildrens.com

Closing Date:

31.10.2025
For more information, contact Rudyevans@glanlifechildrens.com

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough referencing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 15.75-16.25 per hour

Work Location: In person