Children's Residential Care Team Leader
| Company: | Agincare Group |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £16.50 - £16.50 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Wimborne, BH21 1TY |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Package Description:
We’re offering a rare and rewarding opportunity to step into a leadership role as part of the founding team for a brand-new, not-for-profit Children’s Residential Care Home in Wimborne, Poole.
This is your chance to help shape a high-quality service from the ground up,
supporting children with learning disabilities in a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where they can truly thrive and
feel at home.
We’re seeking dedicated Team Leaders who are
compassionate,
dependable, and ready to
lead by example—making a lasting difference in the lives of young people while
supporting and inspiring a team to deliver outstanding care.
What Makes Us Different?
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. We’re proud of our values, our
commitment to quality, and our friendly,
supportive work culture.
Your Role as a Team
Leader
As part of a team wholeheartedly
committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, you’ll provide consistent,
compassionate
support to children with learning disabilities, helping them
feel safe, valued, and empowered. You will:
- Build trusting, positive relationships with children and young people
- Help children learn life skills and build their independence
- Work as part of a team to ensure children
- Handle challenging behaviour calmly and with
- Take part in fun,
- 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
Support daily routines – from school runs and mealtimes to play and bedtime
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
empathy, using a therapeutic approach
active days – every day is different!
About You
We’re looking for an experienced and
compassionate professional who is ready to take the next step into a leadership role, making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. You will be
confident in leading by example,
supporting your team, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive.To succeed in this role, you will:
- Demonstrate the confidence and capability to
- Have a strong
- Be flexible and
- Hold a full UK driving licence, as the service operates across two sites in Wimborne
- Working towards Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Have the right to work in the UK, with a minimum of 12 months remaining
lead shifts, including weekends and weekdays as required
understanding of (or working knowledge of) Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
committed to participating in a sleep-in rota to meet the needs of the home
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:·
- 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*
- Blue Light Discount package
- Early On Demand Pay
- Career development pathways and training
- Staff recognition and appreciation schemes
About Agincare
We’re a family-run business that’s been caring and
supporting people since 1986. With over 5,000 team members and more than 170 care locations across England, we’re one of the UK’s largest and most
trusted care providers. Our services include children’s 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 CQC and our children’s 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.
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