Care team leader

Sense; Paston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Free DBS check

Free training (online and in-person)

Flexible working

Health and well-being support

Pension scheme

Mindfulness app access

Job summary

Sense is seeking a Care Team Leader for Newton Court in Peterborough. This full-time, permanent role offers 37.5 hours per week at £27,983 per annum, with a two-week rota covering mornings, evenings and weekends. A BSL Level 2 qualification and a full UK driving licence are essential.

The post is open to female applicants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. The role involves supervising a team of support workers, guiding staff, supporting rota management, recruitment and induction, and

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff in care settings.
• Proven ability to coach and develop team members.
• Experience managing rotas for a supported living service.
• A person-centred approach with commitment to empowering people.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of support workers and conduct appraisals.
• Coach staff to maintain high standards of care.
• Assist with rota management and daily service operations.
• Support recruitment and induction of new team members.
• Encourage participation in meaningful activities with communities.
• Contribute to person-centred plans alongside families and professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and uphold safeguarding duties.

Skills

Supervision

Team leadership

Rota management

Person-centred

Job description

Fancy stepping up in care? Are you caring, reliable and ready to lead?

Here at Sense, we support people with complex disabilities to live the life they choose. We're looking for a Care Team Leader to join our supported living service at Newton Court in Peterborough on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week, at £27,983.00 per annum (£14.35 per hour). The shift pattern includes mornings, evenings and weekends on a two-week rota.

A BSL Level 2 qualification is essential for this role, as is a full UK driving licence.

This post is open to female applicants only. Being female is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

What you'll be doing

• Supervising a team of support workers, including carrying out regular supervision sessions and appraisals
• Coaching and guiding staff to maintain the highest standards of support
• Supporting rota management and the day-to-day running of the service alongside the Manager
• Supporting the recruitment and induction of new team members
• Supporting the people we support to take part in meaningful activities and access their communities
• Contributing to person-centred plans and guidelines, working alongside families and other professionals
• Keeping accurate records and ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are upheld

Who we're looking for

• Experience of working with adults with complex disabilities or sensory impairment
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role in a similar setting
• Experience of conducting supervisions and supporting with rota management
• A positive, person-centred approach and a genuine commitment to empowering the people we support
• A full UK driving licence is essential for this role
• BSL Level 2 is essential for this role
• 24 days' holiday + bank holidays; increasing with length of service
• Free DBS Check
• Free access to over 100 online and face to face training
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Health and well-being support
• Pension Scheme
• Wisdom App- free access for all employees to mindfulness application

About Sense

Sense is here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs. That's why we're committed to increasing the number of disabled people working across our organisation and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our vacancies and believe that a diverse range of perspectives, experiences and talents makes us stronger.

We know there's always more we can do to become a truly inclusive employer, and we're working together to achieve that. Join us and help create the change thousands of disabled people with complex needs and families told us they want to see: a world without limits.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or [e-mail]

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit:https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/