Acting Team Leader

Cygnet; Horsforth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Horsforth is seeking an Acting Care & Support Team Leader to oversee daily operations and provide support to individuals with learning disabilities. This role involves leading a team, managing duties, and delivering person-centered care. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a passion for making a difference. Enjoy flexible working hours and employee discounts.

Benefits

Employee discount savings

Flexible working

Opportunities for further learning

Qualifications

• Experience in a care role, demonstrating effective communication and a caring nature.
• Ability to allocate duties and support team members.
• Knowledge of medication management.

Responsibilities

• Support management and team members in running the service.
• Lead the team and allocate duties effectively.
• Provide care and support to service users.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Leadership

Job description

We are looking for a confident Acting Care & Support Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You’ll be working 42 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Outwood.

You will work some shifts as a support worker, and some as a team leader, allocating duties, medication, supporting the running of the service and demonstrating best practice.

Located in Horsforth, a charming village in the suburbs of Leeds, Outwood is a specialist residential service for adults. We provide outcome focused care for individuals with learning disabilities and associated complex needs who may have behaviours that challenge.

We encourage and enable the individuals we support to lead a full and happy life. We work with them to ensure they have more choice and control in their lives. We find out their strengths, abilities and preferences so that the care provided can be as person-centred and meaningful to each individual as possible.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.

Your day-to-day as an acting team leader…

• Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
• Medication
• Demonstrating best practice
• Leading the time and allocating duties

Your day-to-day as a support worker...

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe & clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & “Cycle to Work” scheme

You are…

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives
• An excellent communicator & a good team player
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.