Complex Care Team Leader - Mansfield

Lifeway’s Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual rewards package

Health and care qualifications funded

Free DBS check

Cycle to work scheme

Gym discounts

Eye care and health cash plans

B&Q discount for staff

Blue Light Card access

£200 referral bonus

3% employer pension contribution

8 paid training days per year

Apprenticeships and further quals

Job summary

Lifeways Mansfield seeks an experienced Team Leader to guide a dedicated team and shape the future of our service with integrity and heart.

You will lead a team of Support Workers, oversee daily operations and ensure high-quality, person-centred care for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or complex needs. The role emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with families and professionals, and promoting independence.

Qualifications

• Experienced Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers
• Strong communication, organisational and people skills
• Experience in handling behaviours that challenge and applying safe interventions in line with best-practice guidelines
• Commitment to promoting independence, dignity and choice in care

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers
• Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with care standards
• Support individuals with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs
• Manage rotas, documentation and liaise with families and professionals
• Promote independence, dignity and choice in all aspects of care

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Organisation

People skills

Behaviour management

Job description

Team Leader in Mansfield – Make a Big Impact and Lead with Purpose

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Are you ready to take the next step in your care career? This is your opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a lasting difference.

At Lifeways, we believe in nurturing talent and empowering people—both the individuals we support and the teams who care for them. We’re looking for a confident, compassionate Team Leader to help shape the future of our service and guide others with integrity and heart.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Team Leader, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring high-quality, person-centred support. You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading and motivating a team of Support Workers
• Overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with care standards
• Supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or complex needs
• Managing rotas, documentation, and liaising with families and professionals
• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice in every aspect of care

Who We’re Looking For

• Experienced Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers
• Individuals with strong communication, organisational, and people skills
• Those who lead by example and are passionate about delivering outstanding care
• Candidates must demonstrate experience in working with behaviours that challenge and applying physical interventions safely and in line with best‑practice guidelines

“Becoming a Team Leader at Lifeways gave me the chance to grow professionally while still doing what I love—supporting people to live their best lives. The team is incredibly supportive, and every day feels like a step forward.”

— Team Leader, Lifeways

Shift Pattern

• Morning shifts: 8:00am – 3pm
• Afternoon shifts: 3pm – 10:00pm
• Full flexibility required, including weekends
• Night cover may also be needed

What benefits do we offer?

• Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits
• Funded Health and Social Care qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)
• Gym discounts (save up to £192 per year)
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 10% discount at B&Q for all team members
• Access to the Blue Light Card
• £200 for every successful employee referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid training days per year
• Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications

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