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Working in residential childcare is rewarding, but you need the right skills to lead teams and support children. The sector …

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Working in residential childcare is rewarding, but you need the right skills to lead teams and support children. The sector is growing fast, and skilled leaders are always in demand. Our online leadership and management course shows you how to manage staff, safeguard children, and run a residential setting effectively. The course is simple to follow and teaches real skills you can use every day. You will learn how to lead teams, support staff development, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children. Moreover, our online course uses clear lessons and quizzes to make learning easy. By the end, you will know how to manage a residential childcare setting and gain the confidence to lead with care.

This course includes:

  • Created by childcare and leadership experts
  • 100% online learning
  • Works on any device
  • Receive your digital certificate immediately
  • Unlimited free quiz retakes
  • Learn at your own pace
  • CPD approved
  • No extra or hidden costs
  • Special discounts for learners 

What You Will Learn in This Online Leadership and Management Course

During these courses in leadership and management, you will get -
  • Support children and young people’s development in residential childcare
  • Care for vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people
  • Lead and manage teams in residential childcare settings
  • Implement safeguarding and protection practices
  • Manage communication and handle information securely
  • Assess and manage risks in residential childcare
  • Oversee group living arrangements and daily routines
  • Run services that support children or young people who have experienced harm
  • Promote positive outcomes, well-being, and resilience for children and young people
  • Champion equality, diversity, and children’s rights through multi-agency collaboration

Why Does This Course Matter?

An online leadership and management course is important because it helps you develop key skills like communication, decision-making, and planning. It builds confidence, supports career growth, improves how teams and organisations work, and gives new ideas to solve problems. Overall, it makes you more skilled, adaptable, and effective at work.

Why Employers Appreciate This Course

Employers in residential childcare look for leaders who can keep children safe, support staff, and run homes smoothly. This Level 3 Diploma shows them you can:
  • Work to recognised residential childcare standards
  • Lead and motivate teams in a demanding setting
  • Apply safeguarding and protection in daily practice
  • Support vulnerable and disadvantaged children effectively
  • Manage risk, records, and communication professionally
  • Promote positive outcomes, well-being, and resilience
  • Handle behaviour, routines, and group living with confidence
Completing this course signals that you’re serious about your role, ready for more responsibility, and committed to high-quality care—making you a stronger candidate for promotion and leadership roles.

Recommend for Renewal: No Expiry

Your certificate for this diploma of leadership and management never expires. It is valid for life. Still, it’s a good idea to check your notes every few years to stay updated with new rules and practices.

Jobs You Can Get

This diploma in management and leadership can help you work in roles like:
  • Residential Childcare Manager: £25,000–£32,000 per year
  • Deputy Manager in Residential Care: £22,000–£28,000 per year
  • Residential Team Leader: £20,000–£26,000 per year
  • Senior Support Worker: £18,000–£23,000 per year

Take the Next Step in Your Career

Want to lead and make a real difference in residential childcare? Our online leadership and management course gives you the skills and confidence to succeed. The course is simple, fully online, and designed to fit around your life. Join today and start building your future!

Curriculum

    • Module 01: Understand children and young people’s Development in residential childcare 01:00:00
    • Module 01 Final Quiz Exam – Understand children and young people’s Development in residential childcare 00:10:00
    • Module 02: Understand support for children and young people who are vulnerable and disadvantaged 01:00:00
    • Module 02 Final Quiz Exam – Understand support for children and young people who are vulnerable and disadvantaged 00:10:00
    • Module 03: Lead and manage a team within a residential childcare setting 01:00:00
    • Module 03 Final Quiz Exam – Lead and manage a team within a residential childcare setting 00:10:00
    • Module 04: Lead practice to support the safeguarding and protection of children and young people in residential childcare 01:00:00
    • Module 04 Final Quiz Exam – Lead practice to support the safeguarding and protection of children and young people in residential childcare 00:10:00
    • Module 05: Lead practice for communication and information management in residential childcare settings 00:55:00
    • Module 05 Final Quiz Exam – Lead practice for communication and information management in residential childcare settings 00:10:00
    • Module 06: Manage risk in residential childcare 01:00:00
    • Module 06 Final Quiz Exam – Manage risk in residential childcare 00:10:00
    • Module 07: Lead and manage group living in residential childcare 00:20:00
    • Module 07 Final Quiz Exam – Lead and manage group living in residential childcare 00:10:00
    • Module 08: Lead a service that can support children or young people who have experienced harm or abuse 00:50:00
    • Module 08 Final Quiz Exam – Lead a service that can support children or young people who have experienced harm or abuse 00:10:00
    • Module 09: Lead practice to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people in residential childcare 01:00:00
    • Module 09 Final Quiz Exam – Lead practice to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people in residential childcare 00:10:00
    • Module 10: Implement a Positive Relationship Policy in residential childcare 00:55:00
    • Module 10 Final Quiz Exam – Implement a Positive Relationship Policy in residential childcare 00:10:00
    • Module 11: Lead practice to support the well-being and resilience of children and young people in residential childcare 00:45:00
    • Module 11 Final Quiz Exam – Lead practice to support the well-being and resilience of children and young people in residential childcare 00:10:00
    • Module 12: Lead practice in the safe use of digital, internet and mobile technology with children and young people 01:00:00
    • Module 12 Final Quiz Exam – Lead practice in the safe use of digital, internet and mobile technology with children and young people 00:10:00
    • Module 13: Undertake professional development in residential childcare settings 00:45:00
    • Module 13 Final Quiz Exam – Undertake professional development in residential childcare settings 00:10:00
    • Module 14: Lead practice to promote the rights, diversity and equality of children and young people in residential childcare 01:00:00
    • Module 14 Final Quiz Exam – Lead practice to promote the rights, diversity and equality of children and young people in residential childcare 00:10:00
    • Module 15: Lead networks and multi-agency work to benefit children and young people in residential childcare 01:00:00
    • Module 15 Final Quiz Exam – Lead networks and multi-agency work to benefit children and young people in residential childcare 00:10:00

Study Method : Online.

Support : 24/7 Support.

Course Access : Lifetime.

PDF Certificate: CPD Certified.

Guarantee : 14 day Money Back.

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Time:

16 hours

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Flexible Learning

Study at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.

High-Quality Course

Expert-developed curriculum with top-tier materials.

Assessment

Instant quiz results for quick feedback.

Support

24/7 assistance via live chat, phone, or email.

Certification

Earn a free PDF digital certificate upon completion

Eligibility & Requirements

English Proficiency

Strong command of English for effective participation.

Self-Motivation

Enthusiasm and determination for successful learning.

Basic Computer Skills

Fundamental knowledge of computers and internet use.

Assessment method

After each module, take an MCQ quiz.
Pass with at least 60% to move forward.
No other assessments required.

Certification

Accreditation

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