Children's Residential Team Leader
| Posting date: | 09 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.50 to £17.00 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £70 per sleep-in |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 July 2026 |
| Location: | Redditch, Worcestershire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | High5 Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | H5R-TLNLH |
Summary
Are you an experienced residential childcare professional who prides themselves on running warm, structured, and positive shifts?
We are currently seeking a Residential Team Leader to join an expanding, dedicated children's home in Redditch. This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a culture that genuinely values its staff, provides strong management support, and offers a highly desirable work-life balance.
As a Team Leader, you will play a vital role in mentoring support workers, leading day-to-day shifts, and ensuring the young people in the home receive the highest quality of therapeutic care. You will work within a supportive ecosystem, closely aligned with the home's management and the Responsible Individual, ensuring you are always backed and never left isolated on shift.
The Work Pattern & Pay
The home operates on a two days on, four days off rotation, offering excellent predictability and plenty of time to recharge outside of work.
Hourly Rate: £15.50 – £17.00 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Sleep-in Rate: £70 per sleep
What We Are Looking For:
We are looking for grounded, empathetic leaders who understand the unique dynamics of a children's residential environment. To be successful, you must have:
*A minimum of 18 months’ experience working within an Ofsted-regulated Children’s Residential Home.
*You must already hold, or be actively working towards, a Level 3 or 4 Children’s Residential qualification (or recognised equivalent).
*A Full UK driving licence is essential to support the young people with activities and appointments.
Here's what's available to you:
*Continuous professional development and a clear internal pathway for future management roles.
*A warm, human-centered working environment where your voice is heard.
If you are a passionate practitioner ready to lead a team that puts the heart back into care, please apply with your CV today for a completely confidential discussion.
Thank you
High5 Recruitment
We are currently seeking a Residential Team Leader to join an expanding, dedicated children's home in Redditch. This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a culture that genuinely values its staff, provides strong management support, and offers a highly desirable work-life balance.
As a Team Leader, you will play a vital role in mentoring support workers, leading day-to-day shifts, and ensuring the young people in the home receive the highest quality of therapeutic care. You will work within a supportive ecosystem, closely aligned with the home's management and the Responsible Individual, ensuring you are always backed and never left isolated on shift.
The Work Pattern & Pay
The home operates on a two days on, four days off rotation, offering excellent predictability and plenty of time to recharge outside of work.
Hourly Rate: £15.50 – £17.00 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Sleep-in Rate: £70 per sleep
What We Are Looking For:
We are looking for grounded, empathetic leaders who understand the unique dynamics of a children's residential environment. To be successful, you must have:
*A minimum of 18 months’ experience working within an Ofsted-regulated Children’s Residential Home.
*You must already hold, or be actively working towards, a Level 3 or 4 Children’s Residential qualification (or recognised equivalent).
*A Full UK driving licence is essential to support the young people with activities and appointments.
Here's what's available to you:
*Continuous professional development and a clear internal pathway for future management roles.
*A warm, human-centered working environment where your voice is heard.
If you are a passionate practitioner ready to lead a team that puts the heart back into care, please apply with your CV today for a completely confidential discussion.
Thank you
High5 Recruitment