Residential Team Leader – Children’s Care
4 days ago
Oxford
Job Title: Residential Team Leader – Oxford Location: Oxford Hours: 37 hours per week (including 1 weekend per month; shifts 7:00–14:30 and 14:00–21:30) Contract: Initially 3 months Pay Rate: £16.06 PAYE | £20.14 Umbrella Seven Resourcing is recruiting an experienced Residential Team Leader to join a supportive, child-focused service in Oxford. This service provides short breaks for children and young people aged 6–18 years with complex health and behavioral needs. As a Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in helping young people achieve their personal goals, build independence, and thrive in a safe, nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities: • Deputise for the Registered Manager, leading by example to deliver high standards of care., • Supervise and support a team of staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback., • Lead shifts, including occasional sleep-ins (extra £50 per night)., • Manage rota and bookings, ensuring staff and children are appropriately matched., • Monitor and assess individual progress using care plans and diary sheets., • Champion the rights, voice, and wellbeing of each child., • Foster strong relationships with children, families, and other professionals., • Experience working in residential care or with children with complex needs., • Strong leadership and organisational skills., • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills., • Computer literate with good written English., • Flexible, positive attitude and team player. At Seven Resourcing, we go beyond recruitment. With nearly a decade of industry experience, over 3,000 five-star reviews, and award-winning support, we’re dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. We provide access to meaningful roles, ongoing development opportunities, and continuous support every step of the way.