Support Team Leader - Learning Disabilities

Virtual Bridges, Inc.; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in individual and family services is seeking a Support Team Leader to oversee their 6-bed supported living service in Scarborough. The role requires strong leadership skills and experience in health and social care, focusing on the well-being of individuals with learning disabilities. As the Support Team Leader, you'll be responsible for staff management, training, and ensuring high-quality care and support.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Opportunities for career development

Comprehensive training and support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of support staff.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervision

Education

Level 5 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Salary: £28'000 - £32'000

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.

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

#LEEJP

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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