Team Leader - Children's Services

Be the Best of Us – Join Bluebird Care as a Team Leader!

About Us

Bluebird Care Mid & West Cornwall delivers high-quality support to children and young people with additional needs, helping them live fulfilling lives in their own homes and communities. Our Children’s Services team supports a range of complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and physical or sensory challenges.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Team Leader to help guide and support a team of dedicated support workers across Mid & West Cornwall.

About the Role

As a Team Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of person-centred support are delivered to children and young people. You will lead a team of support workers, working closely with the Area Manager and families to ensure consistent, safe, and empowering support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise, mentor, and lead support workers across children’s services




• Promote independence, communication, and meaningful activities




• Support the development and delivery of individualised care and support plans




• Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and reporting requirements




• Manage staff rotas and respond flexibly to changing needs




• Liaise with families, professionals, and other stakeholders




• Act as a role model for best practice and professionalism

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Experience in a support role within health or social care (children’s experience preferred)




• NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards)




• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle




• Willingness to work flexibly across days, evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays




• Ability to provide personal care and sleep-in support when required




• Confident communicator and effective team leader

Desirable:

• Experience leading support teams




• Knowledge of supporting children with autism, complex needs, or behaviours that challenge




• Experience with rota coordination and care planning

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay:
  
  • Weekdays: £13.24 per hour
  
  • Weekends: £13.44 per hour
  
  • Bank Holidays: £19.86 per hour




• Additional Benefits:
  
  • Paid mileage at 35p per mile
  
  • Career development opportunities and funded training
  
  • Refer-a-friend bonus
  
  • Recognition through Carer of the Month and Annual Awards
  
  • Netflix subscription voucher
  
  • Blue Light Card membership
  
  • Wellbeing and mental health support
  
  • Access to Bluebird Care vehicles

Apply Now

If you're ready to lead a passionate team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Join Bluebird Care Mid & West Cornwall and help shape the future of children’s support in your community.