Team Leader

Lifeways Group; Sunderland; Presencial; GBP 26.000 - 35.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lifeways Group is seeking an experienced Team Leader to support a Supported Living service in Sunderland. You will lead a dedicated team of Support Workers, drive high standards of care, and promote independence for the people we support.

You will contribute to day-to-day service management, ensure policy compliance, and mentor staff. This role includes a 24-hour on-call rota and a focus on continuous service improvement within a person-centred framework.

Formación

• A Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Previous senior/supervisory experience in social care.
• Knowledge of Supported Living services and person-centred practice.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm, resilient and solution-focused under pressure.
• Passion for helping people live independent, meaningful lives.

Responsabilidades

• Leading, coaching, and supporting a team of Support Workers.
• Assisting with day-to-day management of the service.
• Promoting person-centred support that encourages independence and choice.
• Ensuring compliance with policies, safeguarding and quality standards.
• Supporting staff development through supervision, guidance and mentoring.
• Driving continuous improvement and maintaining excellent service delivery.
• Participating in a 24-hour rotational on-call rota.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

Supervision

Communication skills

Problem solving

Educación

A Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care

Descripción del empleo

As a Team Leader, you'll support the Service Manager in delivering a high-quality, person-centred service while leading by example and motivating your team to achieve the very best outcomes.,

• Leading, coaching, and supporting a team of dedicated Support Workers
• Assisting with the day-to-day management of the service
• Promoting person-centred support that encourages independence and choice
• Ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, safeguarding, and quality standards
• Supporting staff development through supervision, guidance, and mentoring
• Driving continuous improvement and maintaining excellent service delivery
• Participating in a 24-hour rotational on-call rota

Are you an experienced care professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the passion, confidence, and leadership skills to inspire others and make a lasting difference?, We're looking for someone who is passionate about leadership and committed to delivering outstanding support.

You'll have:

• A Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a senior, supervisory, or leadership role within social care
• Knowledge of Supported Living services and person-centred practice
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• The ability to remain calm, resilient, and solution-focused under pressure
• A genuine passion for supporting people to live independent, meaningful lives At Lifeways Group, we're looking for a dedicated Team Leader to help deliver exceptional support within our Supported Living service in Sunderland.

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to lead a motivated team, empower people to live independently, and play a key role in creating positive outcomes every day., At Church View Apartments, the people we support enjoy the perfect balance of independence, community, and personalised support. With a vibrant social environment and the privacy of their own homes, individuals are empowered to live fulfilling lives on their own terms.