Senior Team Lead – Autism & Learning Disabilities

Autism Anglia; Peldon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programmes

Training & development

Free on-site parking

Leadership support

GP & dental access

Job summary

Autism Anglia is seeking a Care Team Leader for Ashton House at the Peldon Campus to lead a dedicated team and ensure a high-quality, safe, person-centred service for adults with autism and learning disabilities. The role involves supporting individuals with activities, promoting holistic development, coordinating key worker duties, and overseeing medication administration.

A driving licence and a Health in Social Care Level 3 Diploma (or in progress) are required, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Support Worker or Team Leader, preferably with autism or learning disabilities.
• Hold or be working towards Health in Social Care Level 3 Diploma.
• Supervisory experience and ability to lead a team.
• Full UK clean manual driving licence with at least two years of driving.
• Able to identify and support the needs, wishes and aspirations of individuals with communication needs.
• Experience providing intensive behavioural support.
• Strong communication skills and coordinating activities in the local area.

Responsibilities

• Take day-to-day responsibility for running and ensuring delivery of a high-quality, safe and person-centred service which supports and empowers staff and the people we support.
• Support individuals in a variety of activities, including sport, leisure, cultural and recreational events, day trips, and holidays.
• Promote the development of individuals we support by using a holistic approach which demonstrates an understanding of their personal, physical, emotional, spiritual and developmental needs.
• Act as and be responsible for key worker roles to ensure that the needs of the people we support are met and engage in regular communication with the management team to ensure individual achievements and concerns are discussed.
• Act as a role model and encourage staff to demonstrate a proactive enthusiastic and positive approach, ensuring they are aware of expectations regarding their performance and conduct
• Manage the receipt, storage and administration of medication and associated record keeping. Undertaking reviews and audits to ensure safe administration
• Follow Safeguarding procedures and act promptly on any concerns.

Skills

Team leadership

Autism/LD experience

Driving licence

Communication skills

Behavioural support

Activity coordination

Education

Health in Social Care Level 3 Diploma

Job description

Autism Anglia is seeking a Care Team Leader for Ashton House at the Peldon Campus to lead a dedicated team and ensure a high-quality, safe, person-centred service for adults with autism and learning disabilities. The role involves supporting individuals with activities, promoting holistic development, coordinating key worker duties, and overseeing medication administration.

A driving licence and a Health in Social Care Level 3 Diploma (or in progress) are required, with opportunities for