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Sense Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sense Scotland is seeking a Team Leader in Dundee to guide and support staff across the Tullideph and Walton Mill services, helping 11 adults live independently in their own homes. This is a full-time, on-site role that emphasises compassionate leadership and person-centred care.

The successful candidate will coach teams, develop staff confidence and ensure services are responsive and outcomes-focused, working closely with families and professionals to support goals.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience or progression to a leadership role preferred.
• Strong people skills with ability to coach and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire staff teams to deliver high-quality support.
• Coach, mentor and supervise colleagues.
• Support review and development of individual support plans.
• Collaborate with families, guardians and professionals.
• Oversee smooth day-to-day operation of the services.

Job description

Summary

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference?

We're looking for a passionate and motivated Team Leader to support our Tullideph and Walton Mill supported living services in Dundee, where 11 adults are supported to live independently in their own homes. The people we support have a range of needs including Learning Disabilities, Autism, Epilepsy, ADHD, Diabetes, Bipolar Disorder and Hearing Impairment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader or someone ready to progress into their first leadership role. You'll work across both services, leading by example and supporting teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that helps people achieve their goals and live the lives they choose.

About the Role

As Team Leader, you'll provide day-to-day leadership, coaching and practical support to staff while working alongside them in service. You'll help develop staff confidence, promote best practice and ensure support remains responsive, person-centred and outcome-focused.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and inspiring staff teams to deliver excellent support.
• Coaching, mentoring and supervising colleagues.
• Supporting the review and development of individual support plans.
• Working collaboratively with families, guardians and professionals.
• Assisting with the smooth day-to-day operation of the services.

Please Note

• Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the service, including a range of shift patterns.
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
• We aim to fill this vacancy quickly and reserve the right to close early

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership career while making a meaningful difference to people's lives every day. We'd love to hear from you.

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Team Leader - Dundee

Company: Sense Scotland

Salary: £28,674 to £29,594 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Dundee

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 14 Sept 2026

Closing date: 14 Oct 2026

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