Support Worker

University Care 3; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized care provider in Nottingham is seeking a Mental Health/Learning Disabilities Team Leader to support both the manager and residents. The role involves providing care, understanding trauma-related behaviors, and may require lone working. Ideal candidates should have empathy and experience in the field. Competitive terms are offered.

Qualifications

• Empathy and understanding of trauma and challenging behaviours.
• Experience in mental health or learning disabilities support.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the manager.
• Deliver personal care and domestic support.
• Work independently and be on call.

Job description

University Care are looking for mental health/learning disabilities team leader who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we support based at our existing specialised homes in Nottingham.

As a team leader you will be providing support to the manager along with a combination of support, personal care, and domestic care. You will be empathetic and understanding of the trauma those in our care have suffered, which can manifest into challenging behaviours. Lone working is part of this job role along with on call.