Social Care Team Lead - Growth, Safeguards & Impact

Chailey Heritage Foundation; Chailey; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care provider in North Chailey is seeking a Social Care Team Manager to lead and inspire a dedicated team. This role involves ensuring high standards of care, coaching colleagues, and innovating to support young people with complex disabilities. Ideal candidates will have experience in social care management, a strong knowledge of compliance, and a passion for nurturing talent. Salary starts from £35,526 per year, with extensive benefits including enhanced annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced Annual Leave – 25–30 days

Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing Support

Enhanced Pension Scheme & Death In Service Benefit

Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Free onsite parking, café, and kitchen facilities

Fully Funded level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading

Qualifications

• Experience in a management role or readiness for the next step in leadership.
• Knowledge of compliance with Ofsted and CQC standards.
• Ability to inspire and support colleagues in a social care environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of Support Workers across residential services.
• Safeguard high standards of care, ensuring compliance.
• Coach and develop colleagues for professional growth.
• Innovate to nurture potential and expand services.

Skills

Experience of leading or supervising colleagues in a social care setting

Strong knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and care standards

Leadership qualities that inspire trust, collaboration, and excellence

Passion for nurturing potential and supporting young people with complex disabilities

Job description

A leading social care provider in North Chailey is seeking a Social Care Team Manager to lead and inspire a dedicated team. This role involves ensuring high standards of care, coaching colleagues, and innovating to support young people with complex disabilities. Ideal candidates will have experience in social care management, a strong knowledge of compliance, and a passion for nurturing talent. Salary starts from £35,526 per year, with extensive benefits including enhanced annual leave and professional development opportunities.