Learning Disability Team Leader — Lead Care Teams

Marva Group Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Presencial; GBP 30.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Marva Group Ltd in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Team Leader for Learning Disability Services to guide a team of Support Workers across Newcastle and surrounding areas.

You will lead, mentor, and supervise staff, oversee care plans, and work with families and MDTs to deliver person-centred, safe, and compassionate care. PMVA training and driving licence required.

This role offers ongoing leadership development, career progression, and 24/7 on-call support.

Formación

• Minimum 12 months experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• PMVA training required; strong behaviour management skills.
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Experience leading, mentoring and supervising staff; formal or informal leadership accepted.

Responsabilidades

• Provide leadership, guidance, and day-to-day direction to support workers delivering care in the community.
• Coordinate and oversee support plans to ensure person-centred, safe and effective care.
• Mentor staff with hands-on support, coaching and reflective practice.
• Conduct supervisions, spot checks, and competency assessments to maintain high standards.
• Support with complex cases and model approaches to behaviours that challenge including PMVA/de-escalation.
• Monitor digital care notes, risk assessments and incident reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Liaise with families, carers and MDTs to promote positive outcomes and communication.
• Contribute to rota planning to ensure coverage and continuity of care.
• Promote a positive team culture with resilience, compassion and professional growth.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Mentoring

Staff supervision

PMVA training

Behaviour management

Digital care systems

Driving licence

Right to Work in the UK

Educación

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Descripción del empleo

Marva Group Ltd in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Team Leader for Learning Disability Services to guide a team of Support Workers across Newcastle and surrounding areas.

You will lead, mentor, and supervise staff, oversee care plans, and work with families and MDTs to deliver person-centred, safe, and compassionate care. PMVA training and driving licence required.

This role offers ongoing leadership development, career progression, and 24/7 on-call support.