Residential Team Leader - Children's Care

Job Title: Residential Team Leader - OxfordLocation: OxfordHours: 37 hours per week (including 1 weekend per month; shifts 7:00-14:30 and 14:00-21:30)Contract: Initially 3 monthsPay Rate: £16.06 PAYE £20.14 Umbrella

Seven Resourcing is recruiting an experienced Residential Team Leader to join a supportive, child-focused service in Oxford. This service provides short breaks for children and young people aged 6-18 years with complex health and behavioral needs. As a Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in helping young people achieve their personal goals, build independence, and thrive in a safe, nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deputise for the Registered Manager, leading by example to deliver high standards of care.
• Supervise and support a team of staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Lead shifts, including occasional sleep-ins (extra £50 per night).
• Manage rota and bookings, ensuring staff and children are appropriately matched.
• Monitor and assess individual progress using care plans and diary sheets.
• Champion the rights, voice, and wellbeing of each child.
• Foster strong relationships with children, families, and other professionals.
• Carry out staff supervision, risk assessments, and support care planning.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience working in residential care or with children with complex needs.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literate with good written English.
• Flexible, positive attitude and team player.
• Medication training is desirable (training provided if required).

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