Greenfields

Team Leader

Date posted: 24 September 2026

Ref:SYS-28033

Role Description

Residential Team Leader  - Maternity Cover

Salary £31428.80 pa (plus £67.50 per sleep-in, average of  6-8 per month)

Newport, South Wales           

Greenfield believe care should be in partnership with young people and we focus on creating a consistent, predictable and nurturing environment- an environment where young people feel valued, respected and listened to.

We are looking for a Team Leader for maternity cover , with a possibility of a permanent role for the right person with experience within a children’s Residential setting, holding QCF Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent, along with a positive attitude, friendly persona and a caring nature.

Essential

  • 2 years experience working within children’s residential
  • QCF Level 3 Children & Young People qualification or equivalent
  • Driver (company provide a car / mini bus during working hours)
  • Available for Shift Pattern including Weekends and sleep in's

Company Values

  • Friendly, passionate and caring nature
  • Positive, pleasant and approachable
  • Empowering others to become stronger and confident in controlling their lives
  • Person Centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths
  • Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas
  • Energetic and fast paced environment

Benefits

  • Dedicated learning and development programmes
  • Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topic
  • Free DBS check and Update Service subscription
  • Free meals on shift (residential homes only)
  • *Refer a friend scheme’ reward system – earn £1000 per referral
  • Pension scheme
  • Annual Employee Awards Evening
  • Employee recognition schemes
  • Company vehicle to use when in work
  • CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friend’s grants.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and Regulated Activity, which will include a check against the barred children’s list.

*Terms and Conditions apply

 

Role Overview

Location Newport

Contract Permanent

Salary £31428.80 plus sleep ins

Hours per week 40

Closing date 28 October 2026

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