Female Health Care Team Leader

Acuity INC; East Lindsey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in East Lindsey is looking for a female Team Leader to support an autistic individual who is a wheelchair user. The role involves leading a team, managing appointments, and promoting a person-centred approach. Candidates should have 2 years of experience and excellent organisational skills. This position offers a supportive working environment with opportunities for training and progression.

Benefits

Access to Westfield Rewards

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with Blue Light Card

Further training in NVQs

Progression opportunities

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience at Team Leader level or relevant managerial/life experience.
• Must have a car and be willing to use it for work.
• Ability to support all aspects of life, including cooking and activities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage a team to support an individual who is autistic and uses a wheelchair.
• Demonstrate organisational skills for daily management of appointments.
• Lead a team that values honesty, respect, and clear communication.

Skills

Organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Compassionate, person-centred approach

Emotional resilience

Job description

Overview

Team LeaderWe are looking for a Team Leader who has excellent organisational skills and a strong understanding of autism. The role is to assist us with setting up and managing a team of staff to support an individual who likes to be active and creative. This person is autistic and wheelchair user and requires support from staff that value honesty and respect. Ideally this individual will have 2 years' experience at Team leader level, or relevant managerial or life experience. They need to be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills to assist with day-to-day management of appointments etc. The team will need staff that work with someone, not over them, and to be part of a team that values clear communication, mutual respect, and practical care.

Responsibilities

• Help set up and manage a team of staff to support an individual who is autistic and uses a wheelchair.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills for day-to-day management of appointments and activities.
• Work with the individual in a person-centred way, valuing honesty, respect, clear communication and mutual respect.
• Lead a team that works with the person, not over them, and that is proactive and responsive to daily needs and changes.
• Be fully engaged in the role, proactive and attentive, and able to problem solve as situations arise.
• Support all aspects of life including cooking, activities, and life skills, while respecting the individual’s space, belongings, and autonomy.
• Bring emotional resilience and appropriate life experience to conversations and sensitive needs.
• Be calm, observant, and able to help manage triggers before they become an issue.
• Understand that quality of life may take priority over total independence and adapt as needs vary day to day.
• Seek to support the person in living a fulfilling, self-directed life and contribute to a positive working relationship.

Qualifications

• Ideally 2 years' experience at Team Leader level, or relevant managerial or life experience.
• Willing and able to support all aspects of life including cooking, activities, and life skills.
• Proactive, independent, and capable of taking initiative without prompting.
• Must be female team leaders who are car owners and willing to use a car for work with mileage paid.
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and a compassionate, person-centred approach.

What we offer

• Access to Westfield Rewards and discounts on goods and services.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan with GP access and cashback for health expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with support lines and counselling.
• Blue Light Card discounts and tickets for events.
• Further training in NVQs in Health and Social Care.
• Progression opportunities within the organisation and ongoing training and development.
• Refer a Friend scheme up to £500.

Additional information

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from women for this position. Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.