Job Description

Team Leader - Ofsted Children's Residential Home

Location:

Tottenham

Contract:

Full-Time, Permanent

Salary:

31,200 - 32,200 per annum

Shifts:

Days, evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Change. Make a Real Impact.

Are you ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where every shift makes a difference?
This is an opportunity to lead, guide, and inspire - while supporting young people to achieve brighter, more independent futures.

At Liberi Care, we're seeking a passionate and resilient Team Leader to join our children's residential service in Tottenham. In this pivotal role, you'll combine direct care with leadership, shaping therapeutic practice and supporting a dedicated team. You'll help young people aged 10-17 with emotional and behavioural needs build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging.

Why This Role Stands Out

Leadership with Purpose:

Combine hands-on care with mentoring and supporting your team.

Impactful Work:

Make a tangible difference in young people's lives every single day.

Supportive Environment:

Be part of a collaborative, values-led team that prioritises reflection, development, and quality care.

Variety and Flexibility:

Work a balanced mix of days, evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

Your Role as Team Leader

As a Team Leader, you'll provide both

frontline care

and

on-shift leadership

, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment. You'll lead by example, empower your colleagues, and help create the structure and consistency that young people need to thrive.

Focused Support for Young People:

Build strong, therapeutic relationships through consistent keywork. Encourage daily routines, education, and positive engagement. Promote well-being using trauma-informed approaches. Monitor placement plans, risk assessments, and family contact. Liaise with external professionals to ensure joined-up care.

Leadership and Team Guidance:

Lead 3-4 shifts per week, ensuring structure, consistency, and high standards. Deliver handovers, delegate responsibilities, and supervise Support Workers and agency staff. Mentor your team and foster a reflective, values-led culture.

Safeguarding and Behaviour Monitoring:

Respond effectively to incidents, disclosures, and risks. Lead debriefs after challenging situations. Monitor safeguarding concerns such as CSE, absconding, or bullying. Maintain accurate, detailed records.

Compliance and Operational Duties:

Oversee medication, logbooks, shift paperwork, and hygiene standards. Audit incidents, keywork sessions, and daily reports. Manage household safety and petty cash. Coordinate routines, appointments, activities, and special events.

What You'll Bring

Minimum 2 years' experience in residential childcare or a related setting. Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards it). A confident, compassionate leadership style with resilience under pressure. Strong knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice. Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills. Full UK driving licence preferred.

What You'll Gain

Competitive salary of 31,200 - 32,200 per annum.

Clear career progression pathways

into senior roles such as Deputy Manager and Registered Manager. Strong support from experienced and approachable leadership. A collaborative, values-driven team culture where your contribution is recognised. A meaningful role where your leadership directly impacts young people's lives.

Ready to Step Into Leadership?

If you're ready to lead with care, clarity, and purpose - and develop your career in children's residential care - apply today with your CV and take the next step in your journey with Liberi Care.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.00-15.50 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Referral programme
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) DBS Certificate registered to the Update Service (preferred) NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (preferred)
Work Location: In person