Team Leader

Lifeway’s Group; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeways Group is seeking a Care Team Leader for full-time work in Doncaster. This role involves leading a dedicated team to provide exceptional person-centred care for adults with various needs. Successful candidates will enjoy career progression, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to gain health and social care qualifications

Free DBS check

Discounts and cashback at high street shops

Free access to employee assistance program

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Experience as a Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker preferred.
• Ambition and dedication to progress in a care role.
• Ability to conduct staff supervisions and candidate interviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of support workers to deliver excellent care.
• Manage day-to-day operations alongside the Service Manager.
• Facilitate recruitment and development of support staff.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Motivation

Person-centred care

Supervision

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care

Job description

Team leaders required for full time contracts

Are you an experienced Support Worker looking to progress in your career?

Lifeways are looking for a Care Team Leader to work alongside our Service Manager in the leadership and day-to-day management of our established Supported Living Services in Doncaster, this is an exciting opportunity to join our established team. Lifeways offer genuine, rewarding career progression and investment in recognised qualifications.

• Full time 37.5 hours per week.
• Opportunity to gain health and social care qualifications funded by Lifeways.
• Free DBS check.
• Discounts and cashback at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Lifeways Rewards.
• Free access to the employee assistance program which provides advice and support.
• Blue Light Card.

Applicants from experienced Care Team Leaders/Senior Support Workers holding an NVQ / QCF in Health & Social Care, (or equivalent) would be an advantage. However, if you are a dedicated Care Assistant or Carer with a solid track record, and the ambition to progress - Lifeways can offer you excellent training and ongoing development for you to enjoy a rewarding career with us.

As Team Leader you will lead and motivate a team of support workers ensuring that excellent person-centred care and support is delivered to people supported by Lifeways to enable them to live a fulfilling and independent life.

You will be involved in the recruitment of, and the ongoing development of support workers by carrying out staff supervisions, candidate interviews and providing general guidance and expertise. You will possess excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with staff, people we support and outside professionals. In addition, good written communication and IT skills for record keeping.

Our Supported Living services in Doncaster, provide life-changing support for adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries or mental health conditions.