Team Leader Children's Home (Autism, L/D, Complex Needs)
Location: Southampton
Salary: £26,715 per annum + £63.92 per sleep in
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Shifts: Long shifts & regular sleep-ins required
Experience: Essential – must have experience in similar children’s residential settings
We’re supporting the residential home in Southampton area, designed to provide therapeutic, person-centred care to children and young people with Autism, Learning Disabilities, and complex needs. We’re looking for strong, compassionate Team Leader who can help shape a high-quality care environment from day one.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Act as a role model to junior staff and provide leadership on shift
- Deliver high-quality, individualised care and support to young people with autism, L/D, and complex needs
- Support the Deputy and Registered Manager with daily operations, team coordination and care planning
- Promote positive behaviour through a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach
- Oversee and contribute to risk assessments, support plans, and safeguarding processes
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, incident reports, and daily logs
- Participate in multi-agency working, attending meetings and advocating for the young people
- Support new staff with mentoring, induction, and training
- Engage in long shifts and regular sleep-ins as part of a consistent, stable care routine
What We're Looking For in a Team Leader:
- Minimum Level 2 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent – essential)
- Experience in a children’s residential setting supporting autism/L&D/complex needs
- Confident working independently and leading a shift
- A strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management and children’s regulations
- Resilience, commitment, and a genuine passion for improving young lives
What You’ll Get:
- Competitive salary up to £26,715 per annum
- Full-time permanent contract – stability and consistent hours
- Opportunity to grow with the service as it develops
- Supportive management team focused on quality and staff wellbeing
- Ongoing training and development
Ready to take the next step in your care career and help launch something meaningful
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat about the opportunity.
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