Team Leader, Social Work

The Role at a Glance

Location:

The Beeches UK

Hours:

40 hours per week (including sleep‑ins, weekends, and shifts)

Salary: £31,907 per annum + up to £700 additional pay per month for sleep‑in shifts

Sleep‑In Pay:
Up to £700 per month (dependent on sleep‑ins worked)

Shift Pattern: 1 day on, 2 days off rotation

Overtime:
Paid at time and a quarter (x1.25) once the minimum 40 hours are worked

Visa Sponsorship:
This role is not eligible for UK skilled worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We are looking for experienced, caring, and committed Residential Care Workers to join our team full‑time at The Beeches UK. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people in a stable and nurturing home environment – one where they can grow, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.

You will play a key role in young people's daily lives, helping them develop independence, resilience, and essential life skills. Experience in childcare or a related setting is preferred, and your knowledge and insight will directly shape the quality of care we provide.

• Providing a warm, safe, and supportive environment for young people
• Building positive, trusting relationships that help young people thrive
• Supporting and contributing to individual care plans and daily routines
• Maintaining accurate records, logs, and reports
• Promoting independence, emotional wellbeing, and positive life skills

• Experience: Working with children and young people in a care, education, or support setting is preferred but not essential
• Passion: A genuine, person‑centred approach to supporting young people
• Qualification: Level 3 in Children & Young People's Residential Care or working towards
• Driving: Full UK driving licence preferred
• Approach: Positive, resilient, and a collaborative team player who can work flexibly across shifts

• Fully funded Level 5 Leadership & Management enrolment
• Clear career pathways into Deputy, and Registered Manager roles
• Ongoing structured learning and hands‑on development
• Opportunities to take on responsibility and grow within the organisation
• 24/7 access to confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• On‑demand GP access
• A strong team culture where everyone supports each other day‑to‑day

• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), pro rata for part time
• Birthday Recognition – Celebrating our people on their special day
• Wellbeing days to support staff when needed
• 1 on, 2 off shift pattern with clear, team‑based rotas

• Opportunities to take part in international projects, including trips to Tanzania supporting local communities
• A values‑led organisation focused on making a genuine difference — socially, not just commercially

• Pension with NEST, with employer contributions
• Access to discounts via Sage Employee Benefits and Blue Light Card
• Service recognition awards from one year onwards
• On‑site parking (where available)
• Relaxed dress code