Children's Home Team Leader

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