Elephant Recruitment Group

Team Leader Children s Residential Home £43,180 £50,444 including sleep-ins and allowances Location: Oxfordshire Introduction: Children s home supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. This is a leadership role where small moments matter. As a Team Leader in a children s residential home, you ll play an important part in creating stability and positive experiences for young people. It s a role that balances care and leadership supporting the day-to-day life of the home while helping the team provide consistent, thoughtful care. You won t be expected to do this alone. The role sits within a wider leadership structure, with support from experienced managers and a clear framework for development. It s a position that offers both responsibility and the chance to see the real impact of steady, compassionate leadership. About the Role: • Supporting the day-to-day running of the children s home • Helping create a stable, nurturing environment for young people • Providing guidance and supervision to the staff team on shift • Supporting care planning and ensuring high standards of care are maintained • Working closely with the Deputy and Registered Manager • Stepping in to deputise for senior leaders when required • Building positive relationships with young people and helping them develop confidence and independence What Makes This Opportunity Different: • Structured leadership support from Deputy and Registered Managers • A strong team environment focused on consistency and shared responsibility • A full four-week induction through the provider s Care Academy • Opportunities to develop leadership skills and progress within the organisation • Homes designed to provide calm, stable environments for young people About You: Experience & Qualifications: • Level 3 qualification in Children s Residential Care (required) • Experience working in residential childcare • Confidence supporting or supervising staff within a care setting • Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months Personal Qualities: • Calm, consistent and supportive leadership style • Emotionally resilient and reflective • Able to build positive relationships with young people • Values-led and committed to improving outcomes for children Why Join: • Base salary of £35,400 £42,664 • Up to three sleep-ins per month (£80 per sleep) • Attendance allowance up to £1,400 per year • £2,000 regional allowance • £1,500 responsibility allowance • £1,000 welcome bonus and £1,000 loyalty bonus • Seven weeks annual leave • Structured induction and ongoing training through the Care Academy • Progression opportunities including the Aspire future managers programme • Flexible benefits package including pension and life insurance options • Medical cashback scheme and employee wellbeing support • Meals provided while on shift • £1,000 recommend-a-friend scheme How to Apply: Contact us on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further.