Children's Home Shift Leader
Job in
Weston-super-Mare, Somerset County, BS80, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-26
Listing for:
Virtual Bridges
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-26
Job specializations:
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Child Minding / Nanny, Childcare Director/Daycare Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Job Title: Residential Childcare Shift Leader
Sector: Residential Childcare | Children's Services | Social Care
Location: Weston Super Mare
Salary: £28,500 - £31,500 PLUS sleeps average £5,460 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Shift work – Evenings, weekends & sleep-ins
Job DescriptionWe are recruiting an experienced Residential Childcare Shift Leader to work within a residential children's home supporting young people aged 8-18. This is a hands-on leadership role combining direct care, shift management, safeguarding, and keyworker responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities- Provide high-quality residential childcare and emotional support
- Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the children's home
- Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people
- Promote positive behaviour management and emotional wellbeing
- Support education attendance, appointments, and daily routines
- Act as a positive role model and support independent living skills
- Supervise and support residential support workers on shift
- Act as Keyworker for allocated young people (32+ hours)
- Maintain accurate care records, reports, and daily logs
- Follow safeguarding, child protection, and Health & Safety procedures
- NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Previous experience working in a residential children's home
- Experience leading shifts or acting as senior staff member
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Confident decision-making and organisational skills
- Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and care planning
- Experience supervising or mentoring staff
- Understanding of Ofsted standards and regulations
- Willingness to undertake standby/on-call duties (additional pay)
- Competitive salary with enhancements
- Career progression opportunities
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive management and team environment
- Additional payments for standby/on-call duties
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