About this role
Job summary Package Description: Were 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 Childrens 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. Were seeking dedicated Team Leaders who are compassionate, dependable, and ready to lead by examplemaking 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. Were proud of our values, our commitment to quality, and our friendly, supportive work culture.
Main duties of the job We are offering a rare chance to step into a leadership role in a brand-new Childrens Residential Care Home in Wimborne. This role involves helping to shape a high-quality service for children with learning disabilities in a caring and empowering environment. We are looking for compassionate and dependable leaders ready to inspire and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people. Responsibilities include supporting daily routines, helping children learn life skills, and handling challenging behavior with empathy. You'll be involved in the creation of care plans and participate in supervisions and team meetings.
About us Agincare is a family-run business established in 1986, renowned for its commitment to quality care and supportive work culture. With over 5,000 team members and more than 170 care locations across England, Agincare is among the UKs largest and most trusted care providers. Our services include childrens homes, adult care and nursing homes, supported living, extra care, home care, and live-in support. We are proud of our commitment to supporting care leavers and offer a variety of pathways for career development. We emphasize equal opportunities and diversity in building our teams.
Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:
Were 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 Childrens 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.
Were seeking dedicated Team Leaders who are compassionate, dependable, and ready to lead by examplemaking 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. Were proud of our values, our commitment to quality, and our friendly, supportive work culture.
Your Role as a Team LeaderAs part of a team wholeheartedly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, youll 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 Support daily routines from school runs and mealtimes to play and bedtime Help children learn life skills and build their independence Work as part of a team to ensure children 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 Handle challenging behaviour calmly and with empathy, using a therapeutic approach Take part in fun, active days every day is different! 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 meetingsAbout YouWere 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 lead shifts, including weekends and weekdays as required Have a strong understanding of (or working knowledge of) Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards Be flexible and committed to participating in a sleep-in rota to meet the needs of the home 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 remainingWhy Youll 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 schemesAbout AgincareWere a family-run business thats been caring and supporting people since 1986.With over 5,000 team members and more than 170 care locations across England, were one of the UKs largest and most trusted care providers.Our services include childrens 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 childrens 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Working towards Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent, a full UK driving licence is required. Understanding or knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards is desirable.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Agincare
Address Agincare Childrens' Services
Wimborne
SP2 7EN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.agincare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)