Children's Residential Home Team Leader

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Team Leader to join our Children’s Residential Home team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs? Do you have the leadership skills to inspire a team and deliver exceptional care? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

At Wokingham Borough Council, we’re proud to provide high-quality residential and short break services that keep children connected to their communities and networks.

As a Team Leader, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Homes Management Team to ensure our homes are safe, nurturing, and compliant with the highest standards.

Benefits

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

⭐ Generous Annual Leave - 28 days per annum (rising by 5 days with 5 years continued local government serviced), plus Bank Holidays

⭐Local Government Pension Scheme

⭐GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week

⭐Employee Assistance Programme - Including a 24/7 Your Care Helpline

⭐Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines

⭐Free Onsite Gym - Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham

⭐Salary Sacrifice Schemes - Including Car and Cycle to Work schemes

⭐Local & Lifestyle Discounts - Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out & more

⭐Move through Menopause Course

⭐Sports & Social Group Activities – Including running, football, cricket & more

⭐Learning & Development Opportunities

⭐Employee Networks

⭐And more!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the day-to-day operational management of our Children's residential home.
• Coach and guide shift leaders, ensuring best practice and a child-centred approach.
• Help embed our therapeutic practice model into every aspect of care.
• Work closely with families, schools, and multi-agency partners to deliver holistic support.
• Champion safeguarding and equality, ensuring every child feels valued and heard.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience in residential childcare or similar settings.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
• Knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations and safeguarding practices.

Our Area:

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

Click the link below and Apply Today! Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, contact Raul Jaques, Children's Residential Home Manager via email raul.jaques@wokingham.gov.uk (Strictly no agencies).

Closing date: Sunday 4th October 2026, 11pm

Interview date: TBC

AI in Applications:

We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the preparation of their job applications. When used appropriately, AI can be a helpful aid in structuring responses, checking clarity, and improving presentation.

However, applications must reflect your own skills, experience and understanding. If an application appears to rely excessively on AI-generated content, it may not meet the required standard and could be rejected.

We encourage all applicants to ensure their submissions are authentic, tailored to the role, and clearly demonstrate their own knowledge, experience and suitability.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.