Residential Team Leader - Weymouth

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Residential Team Leader to join our home based in Weymouth, Dorset, caring for children aged 5 to 17. This position is within a solo placement home, providing a unique chance to deliver focused and personalized care. Our approach centers on respect, listening to the children, and involving them in decisions affecting their lives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

As a Residential Team Leader, your duties will include supporting young people to adopt healthy routines, accompanying them to appointments, assisting with educational needs, performing household tasks, and maintaining up-to-date electronic records. Additionally, you will support leadership by mentoring newer staff members, conducting supervisions, and aiding career development initiatives.

Our Care Philosophy

We strive to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children feel valued and can thrive. We focus on creating positive experiences filled with laughter, fun, and love, aiming to reduce challenging behaviors through teaching effective coping strategies. Our team is experienced in working with children who have experienced trauma and understands the emotional impact of parental rejection.

Professional Development and Support

We are committed to investing in your growth as a childcare professional. We offer up-to-date training opportunities and personalized development planning to ensure you maximize your career potential.

Working Hours and Compensation

This full-time role averages 39 hours per week, with the expectation of 2 to 3 overnight sleep-ins weekly. Compensation includes pay for an average of 8 sleep-ins monthly, with an extra £50 for each sleep-in. The salary is calculated based on 2 sleep-ins per week.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must hold QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People to be eligible.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Strong written communication and IT skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, colleagues, and external parties.
• Good listening skills and capability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to remain calm during crises and follow leadership guidance.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, aiming to attain Level 4 diploma in Children and Young People.

Benefits and Perks

• 30 days annual leave (22 days plus 8 bank holidays).
• £50 per sleep-in allowance additional to salary.
• Continuous learning through a dedicated Learning & Development Team.
• Recognized with a Gold Investors in People Award commitment.
• Simplyhealth Medical Cash Back Scheme.
• Blue Light card benefits.
• Employee support programs and external training resources.
• Enhanced company pension with 4% employer contribution.
• Meals provided during shifts as part of family-inclusion philosophy.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Long service recognition program.

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close the recruitment process ahead of the stated deadline. The organization is dedicated to safeguarding children and young people; therefore, applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening including DBS checks and reference verification. We are an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.