Qualified Children's Residential Support Worker

Job description

Team Leader – Children's Residential Care Staffordshire | Temporary to Permanent | Agency Rate (Temp) | £32,000 – £39,000 (Perm) | Full Time | 2 on 4 off

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a children's residential home in Staffordshire for an experienced Team Leader to join the service on a temporary to permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to secure a long-term role within a supportive residential setting, with a clear pathway to a permanent contract and a competitive salary of £32,000 – £39,000 upon completion.

You will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the home, supporting and guiding a team of residential support workers while ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered to children and young people at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading shifts and providing hands-on supervision and guidance to support workers during day-to-day operations
• Acting as a positive role model for both staff and young people, promoting a therapeutic and nurturing environment
• Supporting the Deputy and Registered Manager in ensuring the home remains compliant with Ofsted standards and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015
• Contributing to care planning, risk assessments, and key worker responsibilities for individual young people
• Maintaining accurate records, logs, and documentation in line with regulatory requirements
• Supporting safeguarding processes and escalating concerns appropriately
• Holding the shift in the absence of senior management where required

What We're Looking For

• Right to work in the UK — essential, all candidates must be able to evidence this at point of application
• NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Children's Residential Care or equivalent — essential
• Previous experience in a shift lead or senior support worker capacity within a children's residential setting — strongly preferred
• Sound understanding of Ofsted frameworks, safeguarding legislation, and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015
• A trauma-informed, child-centred approach to care
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead by example under pressure
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and waking nights where required
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service — desirable

What's On Offer

• Competitive agency rate throughout the temporary period
• Permanent salary of £32,000 – £39,000 upon successful completion of the temp period, dependent on experience
• Opportunity to grow within a stable, well-managed service
• Ongoing training and development support
• A genuinely rewarding role making a real difference to young people's lives in Staffordshire

How to Apply

If you have the right to work in the UK, hold your Level 3 in Children's Residential Care, and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Staffordshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £32,000 and £39,000 Per Month

Published at

25-06-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English