Field Support Supervisor

Voyage Care; Hasland; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay

Wagestream access

Blue Light Card

24/7 doctor line

Cash plans

Enhanced retirement leave

Long service awards

Job summary

Voyage Care’s Chapel Mews supported living service in New Whittington is seeking a Field Support Supervisor to lead a team and enhance the lives of adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.

You will develop person-centred support plans, conduct care needs assessments and mentor new staff, helping individuals to live as independently as possible while supporting colleagues and maintaining high standards of care across the service.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Experience supervising or managing care teams
• Experience with autism, learning disabilities, complex mental health needs, brain injuries or challenging behaviours

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of care colleagues
• Develop and implement person-centred support plans
• Conduct care needs assessments
• Induct, mentor and support new team members
• Complete supervisions, appraisals and competency assessments
• Undertake medication competencies and audits
• Attend multi-disciplinary meetings and liaise with professionals
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Support day-to-day running of the service with the management team
• Spend time with the people we support to help them achieve goals

Skills

Team leadership

Care planning

Assessment skills

Mentoring

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated Field Support Supervisor to join our friendly and supportive team at our Chapel Mews supported living service in New Whittington is a welcoming and friendly environment and you can be sure that no two days will be the same! You’ll be enhancing the lives of the people we support by teaching them new life skills, assisting with personal care, encouraging them to access their local communities, socialising and doing lots of activities. We support 6 adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. One day you could be out with the people we support in local bars and pubs, the next you could be unwinding with them playing video games, watching films or going to the cinema. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about making a real difference to people’s lives. You’ll play a key role in supporting both the people we support and the colleagues who deliver outstanding care every day. As a Field Support Supervisor, you’ll work closely with the management team to ensure the highest standards of care and support are maintained across the service. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and leading a team of care colleagues
• Developing and implementing person-centred support plans
• Conducting care needs assessments
• Inducting, mentoring and supporting new team members
• Completing supervisions, appraisals and competency assessments
• Undertaking medication competencies and medication audits
• Attending multi-disciplinary meetings and liaising with professionals
• Completing reports and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting the day‑to‑day running of the service alongside the management team
• Regularly spending time with the people we support to ensure they are achieving their goals and living fulfilling lives
• Previous experience in a supervisory or care management role
• Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Experience supporting individuals with:
• Autism
• Learning disabilities
• Complex mental health needs
• Acquired brain injuries
• Challenging behaviours
• Traumatic backgrounds, Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about empowering people to live as independently as possible while helping colleagues develop and grow within their roles.

Why Choose Voyage Care?

At Voyage Care, we celebrate individuality and encourage you to Be You. We’re committed to helping our colleagues Grow Together through excellent training, ongoing support, development opportunities and clear career pathways. You’ll join a sector‑leading organisation where your contribution is recognised and valued every day. If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact on people’s lives while developing your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us make a real difference to the lives of the people we support. All applicants and subsequent job offer will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references. Some of our roles require male or female employees only. Where this is indicated, it is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

• Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
• Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
• Wagestream - giving you the flexibility to draw upon up to 40% of your pay, as it is earned.
• Funded Blue Light Card - hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc.
• 24/7/365 doctor line for our colleagues and their families
• Access to cash plans for our colleagues, which also covers their families
• Enhanced retirement leave
• Long service awards