Job Description

Job Opportunity: Team Leader
Location: Harlow
Salary: £12.50 - £14.00 per hour (DOE)

We're recruiting a Team Leader for a center specialising in independent parenting assessments, supporting families to thrive. Established in 2017, this reputable center provides 12-week residential assessments, overseen by qualified social workers and dedicated family support staff. As Team Leader, you'll manage and support a team to deliver outstanding, person-centered care and guidance, ensuring family wellbeing and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead team shifts, oversee family activities, and provide wellbeing support.
• Ensure family assessments and documentation (placement plans, reports, chronologies) are accurately maintained.
• Liaise with social workers, attend meetings, and supervise night staff.
• Conduct medication audits, health & safety checks, and incident reporting.
• Partake in on-call rota and maintain OFSTED notifications as required.

Requirements

• Resilient, motivated, and adaptable with strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in family support, social care, or similar fields.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• IT literate, with the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts.
• Full UK driving license and business insurance for your vehicle (required).
• Experience: 1 year of Team Leader work (required).
• Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
• DBS certification (preferred).
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and support both staff and residents.

Apply today to make a meaningful impact on families in a supportive environment.