Team Leader

Leonard Cheshire; North Ferriby; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday per annum

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Free DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire invites applications for a Team Leader role at Godfrey Robinson House. You will lead a small care team, manage rotas, and oversee training to ensure high-quality, person-centred care for adults with disabilities.

We value compassionate leadership and the ability to coordinate staff while maintaining accurate records and compliance with policies. Nights shifts are required as part of a rota.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within a care setting.
• NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team to deliver person-centred care.
• Organise rotas and maintain appropriate staffing levels.
• Support training, development, and supervision of staff.
• Work with customers to achieve goals and promote independence.
• Maintain records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

People management

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

£15.15 per hour | Full-time | Nights | Godfrey Robinson House

“It’s about leading by example – supporting my team so they can give the very best care every single day.”

That’s how one of our Team Leaders describes their role. If you’re a confident, compassionate leader who’s ready to inspire others and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

Our Godfrey Robinson House service is home to up to 19 adults with physical/learning disabilities. Our service feels like family – relaxed, supportive, and centred around the people who live here. Every day brings new moments to celebrate: from small wins in independence to big laughs over mealtimes.

We offer full time hours. You will be required to work weekdays and alternate weekends on a rota basis.

Typical shifts may include:

• Night shifts: 7pm - 7am
• On-call duties as part of the rota

We’ll work with you to agree a pattern that suits the needs of the service and you.

Why you’ll love working here

As well as providing support for your wellbeing and development, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:

• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33 days)
• Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card: Exclusive discounts and benefits
• Contributory Pension Scheme & competitive life cover
• Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips
• Career development: Opportunities for recognised qualifications and leadership training
• Free DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme – support when you need it most

What you’ll do

• Lead and inspire a team to deliver outstanding, person-centred care
• Organise rotas and ensure the right staffing levels at all times
• Support with training, development, and supervision of staff
• Work alongside customers to achieve their goals and promote independence
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies and regulations
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies
• Step in to provide hands-on care and administer medication when needed

What helps you shine here

• Experience in a supervisory role within a care setting
• A relevant qualification (NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent)
• Good communication, organisational, and leadership skills
• A warm, supportive, and motivating approach to working with others
• Willingness to work flexibly and take part in the on-call rota

About Leonard Cheshire

Established over 75 years ago, we exist to support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible.

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.

Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision.