Team Leader - Supported Living

30 Hours per Week (plus sleep ins) | Permanent Opportunity

Are you an experienced social care professional looking to take the next step into a leadership role?

We are recruiting a Team Leader to support the delivery of quality, person-centred care within a supported living service for adults with brain injury, physical, sensory or neurological disability. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong care experience who is passionate about empowering individuals to live independently and achieve their full potential.

The Role

Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the service while providing hands-on support to service users. You will lead shifts, supervise staff, support care planning, and ensure high standards of care and safeguarding are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the operational running of the service
• Supervise, mentor and support a team of Support Workers
• Ensure person-centred care plans are implemented and reviewed
• Promote independence, choice and community inclusion
• Administer and oversee medication procedures
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Support with risk assessments and safeguarding processes
• Monitor staff performance and identify training needs
• Assist with rota management and effective use of resources
• Act as a positive role model and promote a collaborative team culture

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have either:

• A minimum RQF Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care or a related discipline and at least 2 years' experience in a social care setting

OR

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) and at least 3 years' experience in a regulated care or support environment

You will also have:

• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good IT skills and experience of digital record keeping
• A person-centred and compassionate approach to care
• Flexibility to work across a rota including evenings, weekends and public holidays

Desirable

• Previous experience supervising or leading staff
• Experience coordinating care and support services
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Working Pattern

• 30 hours per week
• 3-week rolling rota
• 2-3 sleep-in shifts per week
• Includes evenings, weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis

Ideal For

This role would suit a:

• Senior Support Worker
• Team Leader
• Senior Care Assistant
• Shift Leader
• Residential Support Worker

looking to progress their career within a supportive and rewarding environment.

Apply today to join a team dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centred support and making a positive difference every day.