Team leader - Level 3
- Location
- Birmingham
- Pay
- £14.00 - £16.50/hr
- Contract
- Permanent, Temporary, Fixed Term, Bank
- Shifts
- Day, Night, Long Day, Twilight, Sleep In, Waking Night
- Hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posted
- 28 September 2026
About this role
Join our dedicated team in Birmingham as a Team Leader, where you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care within our Children's Services setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and inspire a team, making a real difference in the lives of young people, particularly those exhibiting challenging behaviour. About the Role As a Team Leader, you will be instrumental in the day-to-day coordination and delivery of high-quality care. You will be responsible for overseeing care plans, ensuring they are person-centred and effectively meet the complex needs of our young residents. This role involves guiding and supporting care staff, fostering a positive and nurturing environment, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. You will be a key point of contact, liaising with families, external professionals, and internal teams to ensure seamless and integrated care. This dynamic role requires empathy, resilience, and a proactive approach to managing challenging situations with compassion and professionalism. We offer a variety of contract types, including permanent, temporary, fixed-term, and bank, to suit your availability, with shifts covering days, nights, long days, twilights, sleep-ins, and waking nights. Key Responsibilities • Provide leadership and supervision to direct care staff, promoting best practices and continuous development • Oversee the implementation and review of individualised care plans, ensuring they are tailored to the needs of young people with challenging behaviour • Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours using approved techniques and strategies • Maintain accurate and comprehensive records, adhering to all safeguarding and regulatory guidelines • Foster effective communication within the team, with families, and with external agencies • Contribute to the ongoing assessment and planning of care, adapting approaches as necessary to achieve positive outcomes • Ensure a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for all residents What We Offer • Competitive hourly rate of £14 - £16.5 • A supportive and collaborative team environment • Opportunities for professional growth and development • A rewarding role where you can truly impact young lives