Learning Disability Team Leader: Lead & Mentor Care Teams

Marva Group Ltd; Worcester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotas 4 weeks ahead

Leadership training

Career progression

Mentorship

Holiday pot access

24/7 on-call support

Job summary

Marva Group Ltd in Worcester and surrounding areas is seeking a proactive Team Leader to guide our Learning Disability Support Workers across the region. This role is ideal for an experienced Support Worker stepping into leadership to deliver high-quality community-based care.

The Team Leader will mentor staff, oversee plans and supervision, and manage complex cases while upholding person-centred practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and supervise staff.
• PMVA training and strong behaviour management skills.
• Experience delivering person-centred support and promoting independence.
• Confidence using digital care systems for monitoring and reporting.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership, guidance, and day-to-day direction to support workers delivering care in the community.
• Coordinating and overseeing support plans, ensuring care is person-centred, safe, and effective.
• Mentoring staff, offering hands-on support, coaching, and reflective practice.
• Conducting supervisions, spot checks, and competency assessments to maintain high standards of care.
• Supporting with complex cases and modelling effective approaches to behaviours that challenge, including the use of PMVA and de-escalation strategies.
• Monitoring digital care notes, risk assessments, and incident reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Liaising with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) to promote positive outcomes and smooth communication.
• Contributing to rota planning, ensuring adequate coverage and continuity of care.
• Promoting a positive team culture, encouraging resilience, compassion, and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Staff supervision

Driving licence

PMVA training

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Marva Group Ltd in Worcester and surrounding areas is seeking a proactive Team Leader to guide our Learning Disability Support Workers across the region. This role is ideal for an experienced Support Worker stepping into leadership to deliver high-quality community-based care.

The Team Leader will mentor staff, oversee plans and supervision, and manage complex cases while upholding person-centred practices.