Children’s Residential Team Leader

Gillespie Recruitment Ltd; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected residential care provider is looking for a Team Leader for their Children's Residential Home in Newmarket. This full-time or part-time role involves leading a team of support workers, ensuring high-quality care, and promoting the wellbeing of young people facing mental health challenges. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £15.69 for night shifts and opportunities for professional development in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Professional development

Friendly, supportive workplace

Additional benefits and incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare or a similar care environment.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate a team of Residential Support Workers.
• Ensure high standards of care for all children and young people.
• Promote independence, emotional resilience, and social growth.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving abilities

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification

Job description

Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home | Nights | Newmarket | £15.69 per hour Full-time & Part-time Opportunities Available

Are you a caring, motivated who wants to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? We’re supporting a respected residential care provider that is seeking an experienced Team Leader to join their night team. If you have strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for helping young people with complex needs, this could be an excellent next step.

About the Role

As a Children’s Residential Team Leader you will play a key part in creating a safe and nurturing environment. You’ll work night shifts from 8:00 PM to 8:30 AM and support young people facing ongoing mental health challenges.

You will guide a team of Residential Support Workers and ensure that each young person receives high‑quality care. In addition, you will help maintain stability in the home, promote emotional wellbeing, and encourage positive development. Your work will directly support children as they grow, heal and build confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support and motivate a team of Residential Support Workers.
• Ensure high standards of care for all children and young people.
• Promote independence, emotional resilience and social growth.
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments and essential records.
• Manage safeguarding concerns and respond appropriately.
• Provide training, supervision and guidance to staff.
• Work closely with families and external professionals to ensure consistent support.

About You

You are calm, confident and compassionate. You enjoy helping young people and you understand the importance of clear boundaries and supportive care. You also have strong communication skills and a positive, solutions‑focused mindset.

You’ll need:

• Experience in residential childcare or a similar care environment.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification (or willingness to work towards it).
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Excellent teamwork, communication and problem‑solving abilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £15.69 for night shifts.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A friendly, supportive and values‑led workplace.
• Additional benefits and incentives.

Why Apply?

This role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact every day. Moreover, you’ll join a dedicated organisation that puts the safety and wellbeing of young people first. It’s a rewarding opportunity where your leadership can inspire real, positive change.

Apply Now

If you’re ready for a purposeful role with responsibility, support and growth, we’d love to hear from you and discuss next steps. Apply today with Gillespie Recruitment to learn more about this Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home opportunity.