Shift Supervisor – Beaulieu House (Short Breaks and Respite)

About the role

Beaulieu House is an Ofsted-rated Good children's residential and respite service in Newport, Isle of Wight, supporting children and young people with disabilities, complex needs, and behaviours that challenge. As Shift Supervisor, you will lead shifts and ensure every young person receives high-quality, person-centred care within a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.

The home operates 52 weeks a year on a responsive rota system, with staff receiving their rotas six weeks in advance. Shifts run as early (07:00–14:30) or late (14:15–22:00), covering a combination of early, late, weekend, and standby duties across a 37-hour week. Young people at Beaulieu House enjoy a wide range of activities — from visits to Legoland and Blackgang Chine to Amazon World and Marwell Zoo — and no two days look the same.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading shifts and providing guidance and support to the staff team, including coaching, role modelling, and supervision
• Overseeing medication administration and supporting children and young people with daily routines, personal care, and medical needs
• Acting as a Key Worker, contributing to care planning, reviews, and multi-agency meetings
• Planning and facilitating engaging activities tailored to individual interests, and supporting young people to develop independence, life skills, and confidence
• Completing records, reports, and documentation to a high standard, and participating in the on-call rota

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to Beaulieu House, contact Richard Evans, Registered Manager, at richard.evans@iow.gov.uk or on 01983 533024. Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 14 October 2026.

About You

Beaulieu House is looking for an enthusiastic, proactive individual who is committed to improving the lives of children and young people with disabilities and complex needs. This role suits someone ready to take the next step in their career and develop their leadership skills within a skilled and supportive staff team.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working within health, social care, education, or residential childcare
• Be able to lead and motivate colleagues while maintaining high standards of care
• Have the skills to support young people with personal care, daily routines, and social activities in a person-centred way
• Be able to plan and facilitate activities responsive to individual needs and interests
• Be able to complete records, reports, and documentation accurately and to a high standard
• Be willing to work a responsive rota including early, late, weekend, and standby shifts

Isle of Wight Council actively promotes workforce diversity and welcomes applications from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to better reflect the community it serves. The council is a Disability Confident employer: candidates who declare a disability and meet the basic essential requirements of the role will be offered an interview.

Appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with barred list, in line with the council's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share in this commitment. The Isle of Wight Council does not currently hold a licence to sponsor overseas workers; candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Isle of Wight Council's Offer to You

Beaulieu House has been rated Good by Ofsted, with inspectors noting that children "receive quality care and achieve positive outcomes" and benefit from "warm, trusting relationships with a skilled and enthusiastic staff team." The home's mission is clear: "We nurture, care for and safeguard our children while supporting individuality and encouraging adventure."

The council invests in its staff, with many team members at Beaulieu House having progressed into senior leadership, Registered Manager, and Social Worker roles. Shift Supervisors have the opportunity to complete the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, alongside a comprehensive induction and ongoing funded professional development. Staff benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• 32 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 (subject to criteria)
• Discounted Solent ferry travel and Isle of Wight bus network discount
• Discounted island sports and leisure gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme, staff parking permit scheme, and national and local discount schemes
• And more, including an Employee Assistance Programme and travel allowance for mainland commuters (subject to criteria)