Practice Leader

Thera East Anglia; Ely; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in community support is seeking a Practice Leader in Ely to mentor Support Workers and support people with learning disabilities in achieving their desired lifestyles. The role emphasizes person-centred care, safety, and enhancing emotional well-being. Candidates must have experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and flexibility in working hours. This is a full-time position offering 39 hours per week and requires a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlement of 28 days

Diversity in the workplace

Opportunities for positive change

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, and decision‑making skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor Support Workers focusing on person‑centred support.
• Encourage community inclusion and participation.
• Maintain a safe environment including personal care.

Skills

Supporting people with learning disabilities

Knowledge of safeguarding

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Decision-making skills

Confidence in using digital systems

Flexible working hours

Tools

Excel

Care planning software

Job description

Job Title: Practice Leader

Location: Earith/Ely and surrounding areas – PE28

Contract: Full Time

Hours: 39 hours per week

Salary: £28,103.98

Reference: 085573

Annual Leave entitlement: 28 days inclusive of bank holidays

Additional Information

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience with moving and handling is preferred but we are open to candidates who work towards or are willing to learn.
• Must be able to work as part of a 24/7 shift pattern, including earlier, lates, sleep‑ins and weekends.

Empower People. Inspire Teams.

At Thera East Anglia, we believe people with a learning disability should be leaders in society.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Practice Leader to assist in mentoring Support Workers, focusing on person‑centred support.

You and your team will encourage people to live the life that they choose, ensuring that they have choice and control around the planning and delivery of their support, enabling them to achieve their desired lifestyle and goals, maximising their community inclusion and participation.

As a Practice Leader your responsibilities will focus on improving outcomes for individuals, ensuring choice and control in support delivery, and maintaining a safe environment. The role involves promoting emotional and psychological well‑being and continuous improvement through feedback.

You will support people to maintain a safe, clean environment which may include but is not limited to personal care, assisting with finances, preparing meals and accessing the community.

You will also support individual emotional, psychological and social wellbeing needs in line with Positive Behaviour Support guidance.

The role requires you to have a flexible approach to working shifts and maintaining records in line with company policies. At all times aim to empower individuals, promote inclusion, rights & independence, whilst adhering to policies and acting as an ambassador for the company.

Thera’s Vision

• Thera will show that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
• Thera will be controlled by people with a learning disability.
• People supported by Thera can say how their Thera company is directed and managed.
• People with a learning disability will design the support they want from Thera.
• Thera will respect the rights and wishes of people at work, at home and in the community.
• People with a learning disability will check the quality of support from their Thera company.
• Thera Group will be led by a charity.

Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, and decision‑making skills.
• Confidence in using digital systems (e.g. Excel, care planning software).
• Flexible working hours, willingness to travel locally and work across multiple locations.

Please see the attached Benefits and Job Description before applying.

If you’re ready to lead by example, create positive change, and contribute to a thriving supportive environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply Now to join our dedicated team and make a difference.

Contact: E: [e-mail] T: 01476 513934

Thera is an equal opportunities employer that promotes diversity our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of sexual orientation, race, age, gender, disability, religion or belief.

All posts are subject to DBS checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this role, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including those that would otherwise be spent.