Care Team Leader — Hands-On Lead in Home Care

LDA Care Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend £250 bonus

Perkbox benefits

Employee wellbeing package (EAP & GP)

Ongoing training & coaching

Job summary

LDA Care Ltd is seeking a Team Leader to join our supported living team in the UK. The role involves hands-on care, supervising a care team, rota management, and coordinating training to deliver person-centered support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and related conditions.

The Team Leader will cover shifts, work every other weekend, and ensure care plans are implemented in daily routines. A Driving Licence is mandatory, with opportunities for training and progression.

Qualifications

• Hands-on care experience with learning disabilities and mental health.
• Team Leader experience in supported living or residential setting.
• Driving licence mandatory.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the care team, manage rotas and coordinate training.
• Cover shifts as a contingency and work every other weekend.
• Conduct in-house Induction Training for new starters.
• Share appointment outcomes with the team and integrate into daily routines.

Skills

Hands-on care

Team leadership

Communication skills

Admin & record-keeping

PBS practice

Seizure management

Calm under pressure

Time management

Lead by example

Education

Autism (Preferred)

Driving Licence (MUST)

Job description

LDA Care Ltd is seeking a Team Leader to join our supported living team in the UK. The role involves hands-on care, supervising a care team, rota management, and coordinating training to deliver person-centered support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and related conditions.

The Team Leader will cover shifts, work every other weekend, and ensure care plans are implemented in daily routines. A Driving Licence is mandatory, with opportunities for training and progression.