Children's Home Team Leader

Children's Homes Team Leader

Location: Westbury, Wiltshire
Salary: £41,680 – £48,944 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 are seeking a Team Leader to join a dedicated children's home in Westbury, supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

This is an opportunity to make a real difference every day while working within a supportive and well-structured organisation that invests heavily in staff development and progression.

The Role

You will:

• Support the daily running of the home
• Lead and guide Residential Support Workers
• Promote a safe, nurturing and consistent environment
• Support behaviour management and care planning
• Ensure safeguarding standards are maintained
• Deputise for senior management when required

What We OfferSalary & Earnings

• Base salary: £35,400 – £42,664
• Up to 3 sleep-ins per month (£80 per sleep)
• Attendance allowance up to £1,400 per year
• Regional allowance: £2,000 per year
• £1,000 Welcome Bonus (post-probation)
• £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months)

Additional Benefits

• 7 weeks annual leave
• 4-week induction programme
• Career progression opportunities
• Aspire Future Managers Programme
• Flexible benefits package
• Employee wellbeing support
• Medical cashback scheme
• High street discounts
• Meals provided on duty
• Positive working environment

Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care
• Full UK driving licence (12+ months)
• Experience in residential childcare
• Ability to lead and motivate a team
• Passion for improving young people’s outcomes