Most team leader roles in residential care ask you to do the job of three people on a rota that never fits your life. This one doesn't. You'll lead a real team in an Ofsted registered home where your experience actually counts, where the shift pattern (2 on, 4 off) gives you genuine breathing space, and where stepping up means mentoring people who want to learn from you, not firefighting chaos
Picture a 48-hour shift where you're not drowning in admin. You're walking around the home, checking in with each support worker, spotting where someone needs a quiet word of guidance, catching the moment a young person has a breakthrough and making sure the team sees why it matters. You're shaping how care actually happens here, not just ticking boxes
Your 1 to 2 years leading shifts in registered children's homes has shown you what good looks like. You know the difference between a home that runs and a home that thrives. Here, that experience opens doors: you'll oversee care plans that genuinely reflect what each young person needs, you'll mentor support workers who are hungry to develop, and you'll be the bridge between families, guardians and professionals - the person who makes sure everyone's pulling in the same direction
The rota gives you real life outside these walls: 4 days off after every 2-day block means you can actually rest, plan ahead, be present for what matters. And when Ofsted comes knocking? If the inspection lands a 'Good' or above, that's bonus money in your pocket. It's not often a home celebrates success like that
What you will be doing
- Oversee care plans and ensure the team follows guidelines consistently, with you as the person who understands the 'why' behind each one
- Mentor and guide support workers day to day, spotting potential, building confidence, and helping people grow into better practitioners
- Liaise with families, guardians and other professionals to make sure the young people's support is joined-up and effective
- Lead your team during shifts, making decisions that put the young people's wellbeing first and model the standard of care you expect
Why you will love working here
- A rota that respects your life: 2 on, 4 off means proper rest and time to recharge between blocks
- A real leadership role where your experience is valued and you're trusted to shape how your team delivers care
- An Ofsted inspection bonus when the home achieves a 'Good' rating or above - recognition that actually pays
- The chance to mentor support workers who want to learn and grow, building a team that works the way you'd want to work
Is this you?
- You hold NVQ or QCF Level 3 or 4 in Health and Social Care (children's specialism), or you're willing to work towards it
- You've got 1 to 2 years' hands-on experience in an Ofsted registered children's home and you've already led shifts - so you know what the role actually demands
- You understand that being a team leader means mentoring, not just managing; you genuinely want to help people become better at this work
- You can show up consistently, work the 48-hour shift pattern (2 on, 4 off), and bring the same standard every single time
Applications close on 12 October 2026. Great roles like this are filled quickly, so the sooner you apply the better.
Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.