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Children’s Team Leader

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Gillespie Recruitment

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United Kingdom , Newmarket

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11.56 - 13.50 GBP / Hour
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Do you lead with compassion but thrive on responsibility? Ready to step into a leadership role that genuinely changes young lives? Looking for a role with real progression, full training and strong team support? Gillespie Recruitment is working with a specialist residential care provider to recruit Children’s Team Leaders for a brand-new multi-site children’s home supporting children and young people with complex mental health needs. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, values-driven leader to play a key role in shaping a new service, supporting both young people and staff to achieve their personal best — all while developing your own career.

Job Responsibility:

  • Leading day-to-day shifts within a children’s residential home
  • Planning rotas and allocating duties to ensure safe, high-quality care
  • Supporting and supervising Residential Support Workers
  • Overseeing medication administration and required documentation
  • Completing audits and ensuring compliance with care standards
  • Acting as a positive role model, leading by example on shift
  • Supporting children and young people to make positive choices
  • Deputising for senior leadership when required

Requirements:

  • Experience working in a children’s residential care setting
  • Ability to support, guide and motivate a care team on shift
  • Good understanding of safeguarding and care standards
  • Confidence completing paperwork and supporting compliance requirements
  • Flexible, reliable and able to respond calmly to challenging situations
What we offer:
  • £500 Welcome Bonus
  • Overtime paid at enhanced rates
  • Structured shift patterns to support work-life balance
  • Full enhanced DBS paid for
  • 3–5 paid shadow shifts with experienced leaders
  • Ongoing training, leadership support and clear progression pathways
  • Personal development plan tailored to your career goals
  • Free onsite parking and meals
  • Cycle to Work scheme, dental plans, pension scheme
  • Discounts on restaurants, days out and family activities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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