Deputy Team Leader - Fixed Term Contract

play TRELOTTERY; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 8 paid training days

Term time only contract

Free parking

Many other benefits

Job summary

Treloar’s seeks a Deputy Team Leader on a fixed-term contract to supervise shifts, support the Residential Manager, and help students aged 16+ during term time. 34-42 hours/week plus 8 hours for Student Support Assistant, all within a term-time structure.

Applicants should have GCSE English and Maths (C/4) and Level 3 Adult Care qualifications, with care experience and strong communication skills. DBS checks apply and benefits include training days and parking.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C / 4 (or equivalent).
• A Level 3 qualification in Adult Care (or willingness to work towards it).
• Previous experience in a care environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Residential Manager in the day-to-day running of the house.
• Lead shifts and guide the team to ensure students’ needs are met at all times.
• Encourage students to develop their independence by identifying and supporting their individual needs.
• Promote a safe, caring and stimulating environment that feels like a home from home.

Skills

Compassionate

Organised

Communication skills

Care environment experience

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

A Level 3 Adult Care

Job description

Deputy Team Leader - Fixed Term Contract

Deputy Team Leader
34-42 hours - Term Time Only
Fixed Term Contract
£22,080.57-£28,817.33

Treloar’s is a charity providing outstanding education, therapy and care to physically disabled young people, empowering them to live more independently and achieve their aims.

If you’ve been thinking about the next step in your career and are eager to gain experience as a Part timeDeputy Team Leader,with additional hoursas a Student Support Assistant (to make full time) … We’d love to know!

This role provides high-quality care and social support for day and boarding students aged 16 and over during term time. It’s a great opportunity to positively impact the lives and futures of our students while growing your skill base within a positive and inspiring team.

About the role

As a key member of our residential team, you’ll:

• Support the Residential Manager in the day-today running of the house
• Lead shifts and guide the team to ensure students’ needs are met at all times
• Encourage students to develop their independence by identifying and supporting their individual needs
• Promote a safe, caring and stimulating environment that feels like a home from home

This is a varied and rewarding position that combines hands-on care with team leadership responsibilities.

Deputy Team Leader/Senior Healthcare Support Worker component:

Hours: 34 hours per week, Term Time Only (Fixed Term Contract)

Student Support Assistant component:

Hours: 8 hours per week, Term Time Only (Fixed Term Contract)

Combined:

Hours: 42 hours per week, Term Time Only (Fixed Term Contract)

About you

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, organised, and motivated to help others achieve their potential. You should have:

• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C / 4 (or equivalent)
• A Level 3 qualification in Adult Care (or willingness to work towards it)
• Previous experience in a care environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why Join Us?

At Treloar’s, you’ll be a part of a supportive community where every role contributes to the most positive outcomes for our students. We offer excellent training and development opportunities, a friendly working environment, and the chance to make a meaningful difference.

Our benefits include:

• Up to 8 paid training days
• Term time only contract
• Free parking & many other benefits

Interview date: 06/11/26

Treloar trust is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful candidates will be subject to a DBS Check along with other relevant employment checks.