Job Description

Team Leader - Children's Residential Services

Locations:

Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton

Salary:

26,400 - 29,000

Full-time | Including weekends, bank holidays & sleep-ins

Are you an experienced care professional ready to take the next step into leadership?

We're looking for compassionate, resilient, and motivated Team Leaders to support children and young people with complex mental health needs in residential homes across the West Midlands.

This is a rewarding opportunity to lead a team that delivers life-changing support to young people facing significant challenges, while also developing your own leadership skills in a supportive environment.

The Role

As Team Leader, you will guide and supervise a team of support workers during your shift, ensuring safe, effective, and child-focused care is delivered at all times. You will lead by example, manage daily rotas, coordinate shift planning, and act as a key point of contact for staff and external professionals.

You'll play a critical role in maintaining high standards of care, promoting independence, safeguarding welfare, and creating a safe and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support staff on shift, ensuring quality care delivery Provide supervision and mentorship to team members Manage daily rotas and shift planning Support the physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing of children and young people Administer medication in line with individual health plans Oversee accurate documentation, handovers, and financial records Support children in education, health appointments, and personal development Promote safeguarding, equality, and children's rights Liaise with families and professionals, attending reviews and meetings Contribute to team development and service improvement

What You'll Need

At least 2 years' experience working in residential care with children and young people who present complex needs and behaviours Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care - Children and Young People (or equivalent) Experience in shift leadership and staff supervision Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills A child-centred, trauma-informed approach Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, evenings, and sleep-ins A full UK driving licence (preferred)

What's on Offer

A supportive and inclusive team environment Ongoing training and opportunities for career progression Paid induction and enhanced DBS Flexible working patterns Access to employee support and wellbeing resources The opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives

Ready to step into a leadership role where you can truly make a difference?

Apply now by sending your CV to kayleigh@strattonmills.com

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking
Work Location: On the road