Team Leader

Stephen James Consulting is partnering with an established independent children’s care provider to recruit a Team Leader (Residential Care) for their home in Cannock.

This is a key leadership role within a supportive, values-driven organisation, overseeing a committed team and ensuring young people receive high-quality, trauma-informed, person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead, supervise, and support Residential Care Workers

* Deputise for the Deputy/Registered Manager and assist in running the home

* Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures are followed

* Promote education, health, independence, and family contact for residents

* Manage staff rotas, supervision, and development

* Maintain a safe, welcoming, and compliant home

* Support Ofsted readiness and quality improvement initiatives

* Liaise with external professionals (social workers, schools, CAMHS, authorities)

Requirements:

* Residential care experience with children/young people

* Leadership or supervisory experience

* Knowledge of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015

* Strong communication, resilience, and organisational skills

* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare desirable

* Full UK driving licence desirable

Details:

* 37.5 hours/week including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins

* Enhanced DBS required

* Training and development opportunities