Team Leader - Children’s

Location

Children's Homes London

Permanent

16 January 2026

Up to £65,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications. Equivalent £32,400 per annum for full‑time (40 hours/week). Part‑time 25 hours per week will be paid pro rata.

40 hours per week Monday to Friday; shift work 7am-10pm including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep‑ins. Part‑time 25 hours per week Monday‑Friday.

As Team Leader, you will be directly involved in managing a 4‑bed specialist short stay Home and looking after children aged 12 to 18 with complex needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties, mental health disorders, substance dependencies and learning disabilities. You will share in the leadership of the team, develop staff by modelling high standards of professionalism, and support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager.

St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We pride ourselves on providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving‑care services across the UK and Isle of Man. We are committed to creating safe, loving and happy futures for every child.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer eager to develop an inclusive workforce where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from under‑represented groups.

We offer a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.

When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please .

Check out our staff stories here to see how you can develop your career with us.

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care or equivalent
• GCSE English and Maths grades A‑C.
• One year’s experience working at a level of responsibility with children and young people in a residential setting.
• An understanding of the regulatory framework relating to the provision of residential services for children and young people.
• Good understanding of the needs and risks regarding children in care.
• An understanding of trauma‑informed practice.
• Experience of taking on leadership responsibilities in a teamwork setting.
• Ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people maintaining at all times high personal and professional standards.
• Excellent communication and team working skills.
• Ability to work shifts, including alternate weekend working and occasional sleep‑ins.

• Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro‑rata.
• Industry‑leading training programme including access to Level 3 qualifications, children’s rights and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
• Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
• UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
• BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary funded training programmes.
• Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.

We are committed to safeguarding all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS check prior to starting.

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