Children’s Home Team Leader | Herne Bay, Kent

£15.34 per hour - £70.50 sleep in rate

Full-Time | 40 hours per week

Varied shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends & bank holidays)

Make a Lasting Impact in Young People’s Lives

Are you an experienced residential childcare professional ready to step into a leadership role that truly matters?

We’re looking for a passionate Children’s Home Team Leader to join our Ofsted-regulated service in Herne Bay — helping to create a safe, supportive, and empowering home for young people.

About the Role

As a Team Leader, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, working alongside management to deliver exceptional standards of care.

You’ll help young people build confidence, independence, and life skills — preparing them for a brighter future.

✨ What You’ll Be Doing

Lead & Inspire – Support and guide staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care

Create Stability – Provide a warm, safe, and nurturing home environment

Ensure Compliance – Uphold safeguarding and Ofsted standards

Support Development – Contribute to care plans, reports, and outcomes for young people

What We’re Looking For

✔ Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People’s Residential Care (essential)

✔ Experience within an Ofsted-regulated children’s home

✔ Passion for delivering person-centred care

✔ Resilience, empathy, and strong leadership skills

✔ DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join Us?

✨ Be part of a well-established organisation with 60+ homes

✨ Access fully funded training & career progression

✨ Work in a supportive, child-focused environment

Great Benefits Include:

Birthday Gift – £100 every year

Referral Bonus – up to £500

Long Service Awards (including a funded weekend getaway!)

24/7 GP & Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme & employee discounts

Free on-site parking

Ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference?

If you’re committed to improving outcomes for young people and want to grow your career in residential childcare, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape brighter futures.

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