Job description

Supported Accommodation Team Leader - Children's Residential Home

Location: Bagnall, Stoke-on-Trent ST9
Salary: £34,000 per annum (inclusive of sleep-in allowance based on 10 sleeps per month)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 2 days on / 4 days off
3-Bed Children's Home

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Team Leader to join a 3-bed children's supported accommodation service in Stoke-on-Trent. The home is currently supporting 1 young person and is registered for up to 3 young people.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people to develop independence, life skills, and positive outcomes in a safe and supportive environment.

The Role

As Team Leader, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the supported accommodation service, providing leadership and guidance to a team of support workers while ensuring the young people receive high-quality care and support.

You will play a key role in promoting independence, wellbeing and personal development while ensuring the service meets safeguarding, regulatory and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a team of support workers to ensure high-quality support delivery
Support the development and implementation of individual support and pathway plans
Promote independence and life skills development for young people
Ensure accurate and up-to-date records and reports are maintained
Contribute to team meetings, supervision and staff development
Work collaboratively with social workers, families and external professionals
Participate in multi-agency meetings and contribute to care planning
Ensure the home meets health & safety and safeguarding standards
Support the creation of a safe, positive and therapeutic environment

Requirements

We are looking for candidates who have:

Experience working with children or young people in residential or supported accommodation settings
Experience leading or supervising a team
Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Ability to support young people with complex behaviours and trauma-informed approaches
Good organisational and communication skills
A positive, resilient and proactive approach

Desirable:

Level 4/5 Diploma in Children & Young People (or willingness to work towards)
Experience working with looked-after children

Personal Qualities

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Strong leadership and team support skills
High emotional intelligence and empathy
Resilience and ability to manage challenging situations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people

Additional Requirements

Full UK Driving Licence
Flexibility to work shifts including sleep-ins
Ability to travel where required

Safeguarding

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.