Shift Pattern:
3 days of 08:00–20:00 + 1 office day of 09:00–17:00 (In-person)
Benfits:
Pulled from the full job description
- Competitive hourly rate (£16.00/hr) with career growth toward Deputy Manager
- Paid training and structured leadership development
- Flexible schedule with structured shift patterns
- Paid sick leave and company events
- On-site free parking
Full job description
About Us
At Living Waters Services, we work in partnership with local authorities to support vulnerable
children, young people, and adults through the provision of nurturing, person-centered
environments tailored to individual needs. Our mission is to ensure that those we support feel a
genuine sense of belonging believing that a comfortable, safe home is fundamental to
wellbeing and personal growth.
With the help of our qualified and compassionate team, we offer services that address complex
emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs. We are committed to helping local authorities
meet their responsibilities by delivering responsive care that reduces risk and promotes
independence.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an ambitious, resilient, and dedicated Team Leader to step up toward a Deputy Manager role.
You will lead shift teams, oversee everyday operations, mentor support staff, and ensure strict compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards.
Key Responsibilities
Care, Safeguarding & Practice Standards
- Maintain a nurturing, high-standard living environment that ensures young people are safe, protected from harm, and supported in their emotional and educational development.
- Act as a role model, implementing clear boundaries and supporting young people with emotional regulation and behavioral challenges.
- Lead the development, review, and monitoring of up-to-date care plans, risk assessments, timetables, and activity planners.
Leadership & Operational Oversight
- Lead shifts effectively, conduct post-shift debriefs, and provide clear handover information to senior leadership.
- Supervise, coach, and shadow support workers, encouraging ongoing professional development and conducting monthly staff supervisions.
- Oversee key documentation via ClearCare, ensuring accurate, up-to-date records and statutory compliance.
- Produce staff rotas, chair weekly team meetings, and facilitate multi-agency professional meetings.
- Oversee essential health, safety, and compliance duties, including environmental checks and fire risk assessments.
- Participate in the management on-call rota.
Requirements & Qualifications Essential
- Experience working in a residential children's home or supporting young people with complex emotional/behavioral needs.
- Proven capability in shift management and staff guidance.
- Strong critical thinking, observational, and problem-solving skills.
- Full UK Driver’s Licence and access to a personal vehicle.
- Right to Work in the UK (we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship).
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce (Residential Care) or equivalent.
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Care (or willingness to work toward it).
- 1+ years of experience in a senior or team leading capacity.
- Accredited Physical Intervention / De-escalation training.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate (£16.00/hr) with career growth toward Deputy Manager
- Paid training and structured leadership development
- Flexible schedule with structured shift patterns
- Paid sick leave and company events
- On-site free parking
Safeguarding Commitment
Living Waters Services is strictly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All successful applicants must undergo an Enhanced DBS check and rigorous pre-employment checks. Zero tolerance
is applied to any inappropriate behavior toward vulnerable young people.
To Apply
Please submit your updated CV (explaining any gaps in employment history) to recruit@livingwatersltd.co.uk.
