Female Team Leader Hawthorn Road

Aldingbourne Trust; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support organization is seeking a part-time Female Team Leader in Bognor Regis. This role involves providing one-to-one support for a woman with autism, including personal care and community engagement. Candidates must have a valid UK driver's license and a compassionate approach to care. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for personal growth in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Competitive holiday allowance

Family support days

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Staff discount in cafe/gift shop

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye care voucher

Flu vaccination

£200 refer a friend scheme

Fully paid BlueLight Card with discounts

Discounted Goodwood Spa access

Qualifications

• Experience in one-to-one support roles is preferred.
• Valid UK driver’s license is essential.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviors effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized support in home and community.
• Assist with daily life tasks including personal care.
• Drive to activities and appointments as needed.
• Plan and conduct tailored activities for the client.
• Manage team schedules and assist with administration.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Problem-solving

Empathy

Ability to advocate

Job description

We are presently recruiting for a part time (20 hours per week) Female Team Leader at our new location in Bognor Regis. Part Time - 20 hours per week, weekend, bank holidays and evenings required.

Are you someone who thrives on making a real difference, even when the work is challenging? We're looking for a compassionate, resilient, and patient individual to join our team in a unique one-to-one support role with a woman who lives independently in her own home.

This is not your average support role. You'll be supporting a woman with autism and a learning disability who communicates non-verbally. She enjoys walks, day trips, and engaging activities at home - and you'll be instrumental in helping her live the life she chooses. You'll need to be creative and intuitive, finding ways to connect and engage in ways that make sense to her.

What you'll be doing:

• Providing personalised, one-to-one support in her home and in the community
• Supporting with all aspects of daily life, including intimate personal care
• Driving her (in her own vehicle) to activities, appointments, and day trips
• Planning and delivering meaningful, tailored activities
• Lone working and completing sleep‑ins (note: she may wake around 4 am regularly)
• Managing behaviours that can challenge, To support the Manager and assist with team management and the administration of the services. This will include managing rotas and shifts, staff supervisions, liaising with family and overseeing the daily care records to ensure they are comprehensive and fully completed.
• Ensuring people with learning disabilities understand their rights and responsibilities and are supported to undertake an active role in making decisions about their support.
• To meet the requirements of regulatory authorities to ensure the project maintains its status as a supported living and domiciliary agency via:

• The statement of purpose is achieved.
• Policies and procedures are implemented.
• Ensure best practice in comprehensive support planning and ensuring plans are kept up to date.

You're a confident, calm, and caring person who doesn't shy away from a challenge. You're a driver with a valid UK licence (essential). You're able to think on your feet, problem‑solve, and stay positive under pressure. You have the resilience and empathy to support someone who communicates differently and needs you to advocate for them.

Why join us?

This role is hard work - but it's also incredibly rewarding. You'll be part of a supportive team who values your contribution, and you'll have a genuine opportunity to improve someone's quality of life every single day. We offer full training, ongoing support, and the chance to grow your skills in a role that truly matters. Disability Confident.

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Benefits

• Competitive holiday allowance 25 days increasing after 5 years (pro‑rota)
• Family support days, life assurance, pension, employee assistance programme
• Staff discount in cafe/gift shop
• Discounted gym memberships
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care voucher / flu vaccination
• £200 refer a friend scheme
• Fully paid BlueLight Card offering 1000's of practical discounts
• Discounted Goodwood Spa via our Charity Partnership 2025/26