Children's Home Team Leader

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Children's Homes Team Leader

Location: Burford & Botley, Oxfordshire
Salary: £43,180 – £50,444 per annum (assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep-ins per month)

About Us

SEND Inclusion Support is recruiting on behalf of a leading provider of specialist residential childcare services.

We currently have Team Leader opportunities available across our Oxfordshire homes in Burford and Botley. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH) within a safe, nurturing and structured environment.

You will play a vital role in helping young people rebuild confidence, develop independence, and achieve positive outcomes in their daily lives.

The Role

As a Team Leader, you will:

* Support the day-to-day running of the children's home

* Lead, motivate and support Residential Support Workers

* Build strong, positive relationships with young people

* Promote safeguarding, structure and consistency

* Support care planning and behaviour management

* Deputise for the Deputy and Registered Manager when required

* Contribute to a positive and stable team culture

What We OfferSalary & Earnings

* Base salary: £35,400 – £42,664

* Up to 3 sleep-ins per month (£80 per sleep, approx. £2,880 per year)

* Attendance allowance up to £1,400 per year

* Regional allowance: £2,000 per year

* Responsibility allowance: £1,500 per year

* £1,000 Welcome Bonus (post-probation)

* £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months)

Additional Benefits

* 4-week comprehensive induction programme

* 7 weeks annual leave

* Aspire Future Managers Programme

* Career progression opportunities

* Flexible benefits package (pension, holiday buy/sell, life insurance)

* Employee Assistance Programme & wellbeing support

* Medical cashback scheme

* High street discounts

* Meals provided on shift

* Modern, well-equipped homes

Requirements

* Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care (or equivalent)

* Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months

* Minimum experience in residential childcare

* Strong leadership and communication skills

* Resilient, empathetic and motivated approach

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