Support Team Leader - Learning Disabilities

Brook Street; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Support Team Leader / Service Manager for their 6-bed supported living service in Scarborough. This role involves overseeing care for adults with learning disabilities, leading a dedicated team, and ensuring compliance and high-quality support. If you have leadership experience and a passion for making a difference, apply to join a growing organization that values development and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for career development

Comprehensive training and support

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within CQC regulated settings.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage support staff, ensuring high-quality care delivery.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and compliance with regulations.
• Monitor care plans and coordinate with other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Compliance

Training

Education

Level 5 in health and social care

Job description

Support Team Leader / Service Manager
Learning Disabilities & Autism
6 bed - Supported Living
Scarborough, United Kingdom
Salary: £28'000 - £32'000
Hours- 24 hours off rota, 16 hours on rota (including sleeps 1-2 per month)

This is a 6 bed service for adults with Learning Disabilities.

The role is overseeing 2 services;

First is fully occupied. 4 gentlemen, with varying needs, none of which are complex, 2 are quite independent with minimal hours

Second service is 2 separate cottages, with 1 female living in each.

Staff team across both services totals 16

Experience in being a Leader, not just a manager.

As the Support Team Leader/Service Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the service . You will lead a team of support staff, ensuring the highest standards of care and support are delivered consistently across all sites. Your responsibilities will include staff management, training, compliance, and ensuring the well-being and development of individuals with learning disabilities in our care.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of support staff
- Provide guidance, support, and supervision to staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality care and support services.
- Oversee the recruitment, training, and development of staff members, promoting a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, policies, and procedures, and implement any necessary improvements.
- Foster positive relationships with individuals with learning disabilities, their families, and external stakeholders.
- Monitor and review care plans, assessments, and support strategies to ensure they meet the individual needs and preferences of those we support.
- Collaborate with other departments and professionals to coordinate care and support services effectively.
- Manage budgets, resources, and administrative tasks efficiently.

Qualifications and Experience:
- Proven experience in a supervisory, front-line role within CQC regulated settings
- Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Already hold the level 5 in health and social care or already be working towards this or willing to complete this within a set time-frame
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices within the social care sector.
- Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary £28'00 - £32'000
- Opportunities for career development and progression within a growing organisation.
- Comprehensive training and support.
- Pension scheme.
- Employee assistance program.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and possess the skills and experience required for this role, I would love to hear from you

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