Female Team Leader - Rutherglen

The Methodist Church in Britain; Glasgow, Hamilton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sleepovers

Flexible shifts

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Sense Scotland is seeking a part-time Team Leader to support one adult with complex needs in her own home. The role combines supervision, coaching, on-shift support and care plan reviews with the family, and includes paid sleepovers.

You will supervise a small team, manage rotas, help develop staff and ensure person-centred practice, while maintaining records and complying with standards. A full UK driving licence is required; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care required.
• Willingness to work toward SVQ Level 3 as required by the SSSC.
• Experience in care for adults with complex needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to individual needs.
• Lead by example through supervision, coaching and on-shift training.
• Guide a small team to deliver flexible care for the individual and family.
• Provide on-shift support so tasks are completed efficiently.
• Manage staffing rotas and adapt to changing needs.
• Review and update care plans with the individual, family and team.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with standards.
• Mentor and develop staff to build skills.
• Build relationships with families, colleagues and other professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Person-centred care

Communication

Team motivation

Education

SVQ Level 2

SVQ Level 3

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Team Leader post with Sense Scotland supporting one adult with complex needs in her own home, on a part-time basis. The role guides a small support team, covering supervision, coaching, on-shift support and care plan reviews with the individual and their family. It is restricted to women, as an Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010, and combines direct support shifts with overnight sleepovers and office time. A full UK driving licence is needed, and visa sponsorship is not offered.

What the job involves

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to individual needs
• Lead by example, providing supervision, coaching and on-shift training
• Guide a small team to deliver flexible, responsive care for the individual and their family
• Provide on-shift support so tasks are completed efficiently and in line with core values
• Manage staffing rotas and adapt them to changing needs
• Review and adapt care plans with the individual, their family and the wider team
• Oversee and update individual support plans
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with standards
• Mentor and develop staff to build skills
• Build relationships with families, colleagues and other professionals

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Willingness to work towards SVQ Level 3 as required by the SSSC

Experience

• Significant experience supporting individuals with complex care and communication needs

Skills & knowledge

• Ability to lead, motivate and guide colleagues
• Understanding and championing of person-centred practice
• Skills in coaching and mentoring colleagues
• Strong IT and organisational skills
• Excellent communication, including handling sensitive information

Checks & eligibility

• Full UK driving licence, manual or automatic
• Able to drive a work vehicle

Nice to have

• UK driving licence

What's offered

• Paid sleepovers at standard rate
• Structured shifts with clear expectations
• Flexibility to balance work and life
• Monthly agreement of a convenient time for office paperwork
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to develop skills and future career