Care coordinator

P4 Recruitment Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive charity organization in Preston is seeking a Care Coordinator to oversee a team of support workers for adults with learning disabilities. The role involves managing care plans, providing guidance, and handling on-call duties. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills, experience in social care, and relevant qualifications. Join to make a real difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Competitive salary with on-call allowance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating support for individuals with learning disabilities.
• Proven track record in social care leadership.
• Strong decision-making skills in supportive care environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of support workers ensuring high-quality care.
• Manage rotas and liaise with families and professionals.
• Lead the team to deliver empowering care.

Skills

Experience in social care, ideally with adults with learning disabilities

Strong leadership and organisational skills

Ability to make decisions confidently

Compassion and patience

Commitment to empowering service users

Relevant qualifications in health and social care

Job description

Overview

Care Coordinator – Supported Living (Adults with Learning Disabilities)

Location: Preston

Salary: £30-31k + on-call allowance

Contract: Full-time Monday - Friday

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities? Join our friendly and supportive charity team in Preston as a Care Coordinator.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee a team of support workers in our supported living services, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care.
• Manage rotas, liaise with families and professionals, and provide on-call support as needed.
• Lead and organise the team to deliver safe, responsive, and empowering care.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of supported living services
• Supervise and support care staff, providing guidance and mentorship
• Ensure care plans are up-to-date and person-centred
• Maintain accurate records and monitor quality standards
• Take on on-call duties to provide guidance and support out-of-hours
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and local authorities

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in social care, ideally with adults with learning disabilities
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Ability to make decisions confidently and handle on-call responsibilities
• Compassion, patience, and a commitment to empowering service users
• Relevant qualifications in health and social care

What We Offer

• A supportive, values-driven team environment
• Training and development opportunities
• Competitive salary with on-call allowance
• Rewarding work making a tangible difference in people’s lives
• Join us and be part of a charity that truly values its staff and the people we support.