Peripatetic Team Leader — Care & Training (Cumbria)

LDA Care Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

Pension enrolment

Weekly pay

Free training

Paid holiday

Opportunities to progress

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

LDA Care Ltd in Cumbria seeks an Area Peripatetic Team Leader to support individuals with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs across Carlisle to Egremont.

The role combines hands-on care with supervising a care team, rota management, and training. You will cover across Cumbria, including shifts 12 hours, and you must have a full UK driving licence to travel between services.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism and/or mental health needs.
• Experience as a Team Leader in a supported living setting or residential home.
• Ability to lead by example, manage rotas and supervise staff.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Cumbria.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on care and supervising the care team, including rota management.
• Provide relief cover across Cumbria (Carlisle to Egremont).
• Cover annual leave and sickness, coordinating different care packages.
• Lead, train and support staff; update risk assessments.
• Complete timesheets and liaise with Service Manager and Payroll.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Administration

PBS Practice

Calm under pressure

Lead by example

Time management

Team leadership

Computer literacy

Job description

LDA Care Ltd in Cumbria seeks an Area Peripatetic Team Leader to support individuals with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs across Carlisle to Egremont.

The role combines hands-on care with supervising a care team, rota management, and training. You will cover across Cumbria, including shifts 12 hours, and you must have a full UK driving licence to travel between services.