Team Leader - Children's Residential Home

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Team Leader

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- Residential Children's Home Location : Hoddesdon Salary : £14
- £15 per hour depending on experience Job Type : Full-Time We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a highly reputable residential care provider, for an experienced Team Leader to join their dynamic team in Hoddesdon.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and skilled professional to lead and support staff, ensuring exceptional care and service delivery to children and young people in the home.

Key Responsibilities :
* Oversee the completion of documentation, including chronologies, care plans, and weekly reports.
* Support the Registered Manager in identifying key workers and coordinating care plans.
* Ensure that children and young people are registered with local GP services within 5 days of placement.
* Lead shifts, ensuring activities, wellbeing walks, and children's sessions are effectively carried out.
* Address residents' complaints in the absence of the Registered Manager.
* Monitor the wellbeing of children and young people, including feeding and bathing charts, and provide mental health check-ins.
* Facilitate engaging activities for children within or outside the home.
* Conduct medication audits, fire drills, and ensure health and safety compliance across the home.
* Liaise with social workers, attend meetings, and manage weekly care schedules and reports.
* Supervise and support night staff to meet service needs.
* Notify OFSTED of serious events when necessary and coordinate with accounts on invoicing and spreadsheets.
* Participate in the on-call rota system and complete incident reports within 24 hours.

Candidate Requirements :
* Qualifications : NVQ Level 3 in Residential Care or equivalent.
* Experience : Previous experience in a residential care setting, preferably in a Team Leader role.
* Skills : Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
* Licence : A full driving licence is essential.

What We Offer :
* Competitive hourly rate of £14
- £15 per hour depending on experience.
* The opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of children and young people.
* Opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive team environment.

If you are a motivated and compassionate professional with the required qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply : Please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience. xbpsjku

We look forward to welcoming you to a role where you can truly make a difference.

STRJP
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Location:
Hoddesdon
Salary:
£30,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Social Care

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