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Acuity Care Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Westfield Rewards

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card

Acuity Academy

Refer a Friend Scheme

Job summary

Acuity Care Group in Chesterfield is seeking an enthusiastic and resilient Team Leader to join a mixed-gender team providing 2:1 support to an adult with mental health needs.

The role involves daily living support, helping with finances through the team, and promoting independence. A driver with own vehicle is required; DBS checks apply. We value calm, supportive mentorship and engagement through shared interests.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Team Leader within the healthcare sector.
• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities and mental health needs.
• Ability to mentor and guide individuals with challenging behaviours.
• Calm, resilient and consistent approach.
• Willingness to engage through shared hobbies and activities.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily living tasks while promoting independence.
• Assisting with financial management (spending requests through the team).
• Encouraging healthy routines, boundaries, and positive decision-making.
• Supporting mental health needs and responding to challenging behaviours.
• Building rapport through shared interests such as music, fitness, or social activities.

Skills

Team leadership

Mental health support

Communication

Behaviour management

Mentoring

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Pay rate: £15.18 per hour (weekly and monthly pay available)

Shift pattern:18 hours on rota and 18 hours off rota - Shifts 8:00am - 20:00pm & 20:00pm - 8:00am

You must be a driver with access to your own vehicle.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and resilient Team Leader to join a mixed-gender team providing 2:1 support to an adult in Chesterfield. This individual has mild learning disabilities, a schizophrenic personality disorder, ADHD, and other mental health needs, and may at times present with physically challenging behaviours.

They love the outdoors especially camping in the woods, along with fitness, music, and visiting local pubs. We're seeking someone who can genuinely connect with them while offering consistent, structured support.

What the role involves

Supporting daily living tasks while promoting independence

Assisting with financial management (all spending requests go through the team, which can be challenging)

Encouraging healthy routines, boundaries, and positive decision-making

Supporting mental health needs and responding appropriately to challenging behaviours

Building rapport through shared interests such as music, fitness, or social activities

What we're looking for

Calm, resilient, and consistent in your approach

Non-judgemental and supportive, even when the person makes unwise or risky choices

Able to mentor and guide someone with impulsive or challenging behaviours

Passionate about helping people build structure, confidence, and independence

Someone who can engage on a personal level through shared hobbies or interests

Experience as a Team leader within the healthcare sector

Previous work within mental health services, particularly with personality disorders

Experience supporting people with learning disabilities

Background in managing or guiding individuals with risky or impulsive behaviours

Who we are

acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.

Our teams are passionate about delivering person-centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.

Westfield Rewards: Discounts with 1,000+ leading retailers, restaurants, and travel brands

Westfield Health Cash Plan: Includes 24/7 GP access and cashback on healthcare costs.

Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for wellbeing, finances, and relationships

Blue Light Card: Access to discounts and free event tickets

Acuity Academy: Ongoing training, qualifications, and professional development

• Clear career progression opportunities within the organisation

Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn up to £500.

Our CARE values are at the heart of everything we do:

At Acuity Care Group, CARE isn't just a set of values, it's the way we work every day.

acuity care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.