Team Leader

Team leader
Location: Walsall
Salary: £25, 896 plus up to an additional £5000 per year for sleep-ins
Hours: Full-time
Shift pattern: 2 on, 4 off - minimum of 2 sleep-ins required per week
Setting: Residential service for young people with learning and physical disabilities
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children with learning & physical disabilities?Do you thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment?
Look no further - a homely and welcoming children's residential service in Walsall is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to join their team!
As a Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team of compassionate professionals, providing exceptional care and support to young people with diverse needs. Your leadership will guide the team in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.
Your new role and organisation are committed to
Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of children with disabilities by providing personalised care and support
Supportive Environment: Join a supportive team where your contributions are valued and where professional development is encouraged
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a passionate and dedicated team committed to creating positive outcomes for children
Opportunities for Growth: Grow both personally and professionally with ongoing training and development opportunities
Requirements
Previous experience working with children with learning and physical disabilities or in an EBD setting
Hold the level 3 in health and social care for children and young people's services or equivalent
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external agencies
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the service
Commitment and availability to share the on call, work a varied shift pattern and complete sleep ins
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and guidance to a team of support staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support
Develop and implement individual care plans in collaboration with families and professionals
Maintain a safe and stimulating environment for children, promoting their independence and well-being
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the residential service, including staff scheduling and administrative tasks
Act as an advocate for the children, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights are respected
Interview Process
1st Stage - Shortlisting & Pre-Screening
In the first stage, I will personally review your CV. Should you be successful, I will invite you for a telephone call. We will then have a conversation to discuss your right to work, work history, and suitability for the role.
2nd Stage - Formal Interview
In this stage, you will have a formal interview with the hiring manager.
All applications must be accompanied with an up-to-date CV. If successful, you will be required to have a current DBS on the update service, eligibility of right to work, and your start date will be subject to sufficient references.
If you want to help make a difference to children, and also your career, click 'apply now'. Or for more information and an informal chat, call Samuel, on 01214808217.