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.