Job Title: Team Leader Residential Childcare Location: Falkirk Salary: £ 30,225.00 - £34,690.50 (dependent on qualifications and experience) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week About the Role: 21 Health and Social Care are looking to recruit an experienced team leader to join our client- a Residential Childcare Service in Falkirk.The Team Leader role is to support the registered manager in the day to day running of the home and to display confidence and initiative in their absence. This includes shared responsibly for a team of staff and work allocations, as well as undertaking direct work with children in the residential home. Key Responsibilities: Support the Registered Manager in maintaining compliance with policies, procedures, and quality standards. Safeguard and promote the welfare and development of young people, ensuring their individual needs are met in a safe and supportive environment. Assist with the admissions and transition processes for young people, ensuring sensitive, planned and policy-compliant moves in and out of the home. Oversee and monitor young peoples care plans and records through robust auditing and quality assurance. Lead and manage staff, including supervision, appraisals, mentoring and supporting personal development. Support rota planning and ensure adequate staffing levels with appropriate skills, qualifications, and experience. Provide guidance on recording/reporting incidents and safeguarding concerns, ensuring timely and accurate communication. Ensure staff are fully trained in line with induction, ongoing development, and the homes annual training plan. Promote compliance with Health & Safety regulations related to the homes maintenance and environment. Perform flexible duties including on-call responsibilities and other tasks as needed to support the home and its young people. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall objectives of the organisation. Qualifications and Experience Required: Fully qualified in residential childcare holding HNC & SVQ 3 (Children & young people) and SVQ 4 or working towards this qualification. Minimum of 2 years experience of working within residential childcare or similar role. An understanding of up-to-date legislation around children's residential care and safeguarding vulnerable young people and adults. Driving license How to Apply: If you're passionate about supporting young people and have the skills and experience to lead a dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you. Click "Apply" to submit your CV or contact Danielle Frame at 21 Health and Social Care for a confidential discussion and a detailed job description. 21 Health and Social Care Limited is an equal opportunities employer.