Care Team Leader - Shadsworth, Blackbun

Lifeway’s Group; Blackburn; Presencial; GBP 29.000 - 37.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Funded training

DBS check funded by Lifeways

Descripción de la vacante

Lifeways is seeking a Care Team Leader to lead a dedicated team at our Blackburn supported living service. You will work with the Service Manager to ensure high-quality, person-centred support daily.

You will mentor staff, ensure up-to-date care plans, promote independence and dignity, and build strong relationships with families and professionals while maintaining a positive, inclusive environment.

Formación

• Experience as Senior Support Worker or Team Leader in adult social care.
• Leadership and mentoring of frontline staff.
• Strong communication and coordination with families and professionals.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, mentor and motivate Support Workers to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Ensure care plans and risk assessments are current and effective.
• Promote independence, choice and dignity for the people we support.
• Oversee daily operations, rotas and quality standards.
• Support staff development through supervision, coaching and training.
• Build strong relationships with families, professionals and stakeholders.
• Lead by example to create a positive, inclusive environment.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Staff development

People skills

Communication

Educación

Health & Social Care Level 3 (or working towards)

Descripción del empleo

Ready to lead, inspire, and make a real difference every day?

At Lifeways, we’re not just offering a job — we’re offering a career where your leadership will directly impact people’s independence, confidence and quality of life.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Care Team Leader to join our supported living serviceBlackburn— a vibrant, community-based service supporting adults to thrive in their own homes.

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About the Role

As a Care Team Leader, you will work alongside the Service Manager to lead and develop a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality, person-centred support is delivered every day.

You’ll play a key role in:

• Leading, mentoring, and motivating Support Workers
• Ensuring care plans and risk assessments are effective and up to date
• Promoting independence, choice, and dignity for the people we support
• Overseeing daily operations, rotas, and quality standards
• Supporting staff development through supervision, coaching, and training
• Building strong relationships with families, professionals and stakeholders
• Leading by example to create a positive and inclusive environment

You’ll also remain hands‑on, supporting individuals to live fulfilling lives — whether that’s learning new skills, accessing the community, or achieving personal goals.

Shift Patterns

• Full‑time: 37.5 hours per week
• Shifts between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday
• Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the people we support across both services
• Rotational shifts: Days, evenings, weekends, and sleep‑ins

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• An experienced Senior Support Worker or Team Leader in adult social care
• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards)
• Passionate about delivering person‑centred support
• A confident leader who can inspire and develop a team
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities
• A strong communicator who builds positive relationships

Above all, you’ll have a genuine commitment to helping people live independent, meaningful lives.

Why Join Lifeways?

At Lifeways, we believe in supporting our teams as much as the people we support.

You’ll benefit from:

• Clear career progression opportunities
• Funded training and recognised qualifications
• A supportive management team and positive culture
• Employee rewards, discounts and wellbeing support
• The opportunity to make a real difference every day

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a service where:

• People have their own homes and independence
• There’s a strong sense of community and belonging
• You can truly shape the quality of support and outcomes

You’ll be part of a team that empowers individuals to live life to the full in a welcoming and supportive environment.

All applicants must complete a DBS check — funded by Lifeways.

PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP

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