Supported Accommodation Team Leader

FRONTrunner Recruitment Ltd; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing care company in Knowsley is looking for a Supported Accommodation Team Leader. This role involves supporting young adults in their journey towards independent living. The ideal candidate will assist with emotional support and manage daily operations in a supportive home environment. Previous experience with young adults and knowledge of safeguarding practices are essential for success in this position. Offering competitive pay and generous benefits.

Benefits

Private healthcare

224 hours holiday per year

Access to training and development

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Living within commuting distance to the Kirkby complex.
• Experience in assisted/supported living for adults.
• Experience working with young adults in a home or assisted living setting.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults in preparing for independent living.
• Assist with emotional support for independent living.
• Handle H&S, OFSTED paperwork, and assist new starters.

Skills

Experience working with older children

Good paperwork skills

Experience with safeguarding

Education

NVQ level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce

Job description

A great opportunity to work with an established and growing care company providing residential live‑in support and supported accommodation for children and young adults with learning difficulties and challenging behaviour. The company prides itself on supporting the children with life skills and emotional support as they develop towards becoming well‑rounded members of the community.

They are recruiting for a Supported Accommodation Team Leader for young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Based in a group supported home for young people – a self‑contained flat complex.
• Work 2 shifts per week (10 am to 10 am the next day).
• Based at the Kirkby facility in Knowsley.
• Support male and female young adults from 16 – 18 years old.
• Assist the young adults in preparing them for independent living and navigating self‑sufficiency.
• Provide emotional support to help them work towards independent living.
• Run the complex with the home manager – handling H&S, OFSTED paperwork, safeguarding, and assisting new starters.

Salary & Benefits

• £14.81 per hour without the NVQ level 3, or £15.40 per hour if you already have it.
• £60 per night shift in addition to pay for 36 hours per week at the above rate.
• 224 hours holiday per year, with an extra 2 days after 2 years of service.
• Bank holidays paid at 1.5 ×.
• Access to a support network with further training and development.
• Free parking on site if required.
• Private healthcare.

Qualifications / Experience / Requirements

• Living within commuting distance to the Kirkby complex.
• NVQ level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce is beneficial but not essential.
• Experience working with older children or young adults in a home or assisted living setting, or experience in assisted/supported living for adult care.
• Experience with safeguarding, children’s health and safety and OFSTED, and good paperwork skills.

How to Apply

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