Residential Team Leader

Residential Team Leader

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated, confident and compassionate Residential Team Leader to join our team.

As a Residential Team Leader, you will play a key role in leading and supporting a team of residential care staff to provide high-quality, person-centred care and support. You will help create a safe, positive and nurturing environment for the residents we support, while ensuring the home operates in line with relevant policies, procedures and regulatory standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Support Worker or Team Leader looking to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support a team of residential care/support staff.
• Ensure residents receive high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Act as a positive role model for staff and promote good professional practice.
• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the residential home.
• Assist with staff supervision, induction, training and development.
• Allocate shifts and ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained.
• Monitor and maintain high standards of care, safeguarding and health & safety.
• Support residents with their individual care plans, activities and personal development.
• Ensure accurate records, reports and daily documentation are maintained.
• Respond appropriately to incidents, safeguarding concerns and emergencies.
• Communicate effectively with families, professionals and external agencies where appropriate.
• Promote a positive and inclusive environment for both residents and staff.
• Ensure the service operates in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations and company policies.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced within residential care, supported living or a similar setting.
• Confident in leading and motivating a team.
• Caring, patient, reliable and approachable.
• Able to communicate effectively with residents, staff and professionals.
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Confident dealing with challenging situations and making sound decisions.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people.
• Able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays when required.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working in a residential care/support environment.
• Previous supervisory or senior-level experience.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and person-centred care.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Desirable:

• Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Experience working with Ofsted/CQC-regulated services, depending on the type of residential setting.
• Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker, Deputy Manager or Team Leader.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for career progression and development.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Regular supervision and professional development.
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of the people we support.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced care professional who is passionate about supporting others and has the leadership skills to inspire a team, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: £27,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person