We're 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 Children's 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

We're seeking dedicated Team Leaders who are

dependable, and ready to

lead by example - making 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. We're proud of our values, our

commitment to quality, and our friendly,

Your Role as a Team

As part of a team wholeheartedly

committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, you'll provide consistent,

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 protected, 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 meetings

About You

We're 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) Children's 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 remaining

Why You’ll Love Working With Us





- Sleep in rate £65 per sleep
- Opportunities for fully funded qualification in Level 4/5 Residential Childcare
- Company pension scheme
- Refer-a-friend bonus - up to £1,000*
- Early On Demand Pay
- Career development pathways and training
- Staff recognition and appreciation schemes

About Agincare

We're a family-run business that's been caring and

supporting people since 1986.With over 5,000 team members and more than 170 care locations across England, we're one of the UK's largest and most

trusted care providers. Our services include children's 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 children's 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.

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