Team Leader - Children's Services
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £16.00 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £16.00 an hour |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 12 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Wimborne, BH216RQ |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | L0014-26-0111 |
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Package Description: Were offering a rare and rewarding opportunity to start your career in care by joining the founding team of a brand-new, not-for-profit Childrens Residential Homes in Wimborne, Dorset. This service will support children with learning disabilities and children who may have Emotional and social difficulties, offering a safe, nurturing, and empowering space where every child is given the opportunity to grow, thrive, and feel at home. Were now seeking Team Leaders who are compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a real difference in childrens lives. Why Join Us? At Agincare, we are a family-run organisation that puts people first both the children we support and the incredible staff who care for them. Were proud of our values, our commitment to quality, and our friendly, supportive work culture. What You'll Receive: What Youll Receive: £16 per hour Sleep in rate £65 per sleep Opportunities for fully funded qualification in Level 4/5 Residential Childcare Full-time positions available Company pension scheme Refer-a-friend bonus up to £1,000* Paid Enhanced DBS Blue Light Discount package Early On Demand Pay Career development pathways and training Staff recognition and appreciation schemes 40hours per week to meet the needs of the service Your Role as a Team Leader As part of a team wholeheartedly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, youll provide consistent, compassionate support to children with learning disabilities and young people who may have suffered trauma (EBD)helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered. You will: Build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people Support daily routines from school runs and mealtimes to play and bedtime Help children learn life skills and build their independence Work as part of a team to ensure children feel safe, secure, and cared for Support with writing care plans, routines, and completing risk assessments for the home and young people along with other additional responsibilities such as leading shifts Working flexibly over 7 days a week 365 days a year. Handle challenging behaviour calmly and with empathy, using a therapeutic approach Take part in fun, active days every day is different! Be part of the sleep-in rota, with an average of 4 sleep-ins per month (flexibility is essential) Conduct supervisions of staff and be part of the running of team meetings About You Were looking for people who are caring, reliable, and motivated to make a difference. You will be confident in leading a team and caring for our young people. You will: - Confidence to run shifts over the weekends, and throughout the week when needed. - Understanding of the Quality Standards or have knowledge about them - Support and amend risk assessments where needed. - Support children and team with challenging behaviour. - Plan and take part in activities out in the community - Build trust with the team, children and other professionals. - Work as part of a therapeutic team and encourage the staff to do the same. - Be part of a sleep in rota to support the needs of the home, flexibility is essential. - Hold a valid UK driving licence (dual registered home across 2 sites in Wimborne) - Support education, school runs, home learning. - Need to hold, or be working towards the end of level 3/4 or above. - Hold a minimum of 12 months Right to Work in the UK About Agincare Were a family-run business thats been caring and supporting people since 1986.With over 4,000 team members and more than 100 care locations across England, were one of the UKs largest and most trusted care providers.Our services include childrens homes, adult care & nursing homes, supported living, extra care, home care, and live-in support. We are proud signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and actively support care leavers to live independently.Care leavers are encouraged to apply and will be offered a guaranteed interview or informal conversation about opportunities at Agincare. All of our adult services are regulated by our childrens homes by Ofsted.Please note:This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.All convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings (including those regarded as spent) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules.This role is also subject to enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive vetting procedures in line with safer recruitment standards. We believe in building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Equal opportunities are at the heart of everything we do. If youre ready to help build something truly meaningful and lead with compassion, commitment, and care wed love to hear from you.Apply now and be part of something special.CRSW