Team Leader

Leading Lives; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned organisation

Job summary

Leading Lives in Haverhill is seeking a Team Leader for our Haverhill Hub to inspire and develop a small, friendly team. The role focuses on creating engaging, outcome-focused sessions that promote independence and personal growth for adults with learning disabilities and autism.

You will work closely with the Service Manager to shape the service, deliver quality supervision, and turn fresh ideas into practical improvements.

Qualifications

• Level 3 in Social Care (or equivalent)
• Strong communication, leadership, and IT skills
• Experience in social care and a passion for people

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a committed support team.
• Work alongside the Service Manager to continually develop and improve the service.
• Create and oversee engaging, outcome-focused activities and programmes.
• Champion person-centred approaches that promote independence and choice.
• Support the delivery of bespoke one-to-one support where required.
• Take responsibility for team supervision, team meetings and day-to-day staff support.
• Assist the Service Manager with quality assurance, compliance and service improvement initiatives.
• Help create a positive, welcoming and ambitious culture where both customers and staff can thrive.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

IT skills

Education

Level 3 in Social Care

Job description

Job Description

Team Leader -Haverhill Hub

18.5 hours a week | £13.52/hr + Enhancements | Employee-Owned Organisation

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Team Leader who is passionate about supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism to achieve meaningful outcomes and live fulfilling lives.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, friendly Community Hub in Haverhill, Suffolk, at a time of development and growth. We are seeking someone who is ready to make their mark on the service, bringing fresh ideas, energy and creativity to help shape its future. Working closely with the Service Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing and enhancing our programme, creating engaging, outcome-focused sessions that encourage independence, confidence and personal growth.

Our Community Hub is ideally located within walking distance of Haverhill town centre, East Town Park and the beautiful Railway Walk. We offer a varied programme of activities and outings, including visits to farms, zoos, the Pottery Shed and the Music Hub, alongside bespoke one-to-one support for individuals who require a more personalised approach.

The successful candidate will be a natural motivator who can inspire and develop a team, encouraging high standards of person-centred support and ensuring the very best outcomes for the people we support. You will be someone who not only generates innovative ideas but has the drive, organisation and determination to turn them into reality.

As Team Leader, you will:

• Lead, motivate and develop a committed support team.
• Work alongside the Service Manager to continually develop and improve the service.
• Create and oversee engaging, outcome-focused activities and programmes.
• Champion person-centred approaches that promote independence and choice.
• Support the delivery of bespoke one-to-one support where required.
• Take responsibility for team supervision, team meetings and day-to-day staff support.
• Assist the Service Manager with quality assurance, compliance and service improvement initiatives.
• Help create a positive, welcoming and ambitious culture where both customers and staff can thrive.

If you are organised, proactive, creative and committed to delivering exceptional support, this is a fantastic opportunity to help shape an evolving service and make a real difference in people's lives.

About The Role

Why Join Us?

• Award-winning training & development
• Opportunity to become ashareholderin our employee-owned enterprise
• Up to8% pension contribution
• Cycle to work scheme, EAP, casual dress, sick pay, and more
• Make a difference-every single day

What You’ll Need:

• Level 3 in Social Care (or equivalent)
• Strong communication, leadership, and IT skills
• Experience in social care and a passion for people

Your Journey Starts Here:

You’ll receive a 3-week induction with a dedicated buddy to support you from day one. Start date subject to enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks.