Team Leader - Residential Childrens Home

We believe that every child deserves a safe, stable, and supportive environment to grow and thrive. We are now recruiting a committed and experienced Team Leader to join our dedicated team in our 3 bed EBD residential children's home in Stoke on Trent. We provide high-quality residential care and supported accommodation for children and young people aged 8 to 25. With over a decade of dedicated service, we specialise in supporting young people with complex needs, trauma backgrounds, and emotional or behavioural challenges-offering them stability, growth, and hope for the future. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role while positively shaping the lives of young people with complex needs. The Role As Team Leader, you will: Lead shifts and support the team to deliver high-quality care in line with individual care plans Provide supervision, guidance, and day-to-day support to residential care staff Oversee and contribute to the development and review of care plans, ensuring consistent trauma-informed care Support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with daily operations and home standards Promote safeguarding, ensuring all procedures are followed and concerns are addressed appropriately Build strong relationships with professionals, families, and external agencies Support the training, mentoring, and development of new and existing staff Contribute to home maintenance, record keeping, budgets, and reporting systems What We're Looking For Essential: Minimum 1 year's experience in residential childcare Strong understanding of child development and trauma-informed practice Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards) Excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and relevant legal frameworks Ability to lead by example, act as a role model, and maintain professional boundaries Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Resilient, motivated, adaptable, and calm under pressure Flexible to work shifts including weekends and sleep-ins Full UK driving licence Desirable: Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification Previous supervisory or management experience Knowledge of residential childcare regulations and quality standards Strong team leadership and management capabilities