Team Leader, Adult Social Care | Lead, Support & Develop

Nottinghamshire County Council; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly workplace

Professional development

Flexible working

Generous leave

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Team Leader to supervise a team of care workers and domiciliary staff, ensuring high-quality service delivery and responding to duty shifts across days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. You will lead risk assessments, support planning, and ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act, medication administration, and quality audits.

The role requires at least two years in social care and Level 2 English/Maths, with a view to Diploma Level 3 in

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in a social care setting.
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Willingness to undertake and complete a Diploma Level 3 in Care and the Care Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of care workers, providing guidance and support.
• Cover duty shifts, ensuring smooth operations during day, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Address service delivery issues promptly, offering direction and instruction to staff.
• Manage care and support planning, including risk assessments and Mental Capacity Act assessments.
• Administer medication and perform delegated health procedures with training provided.
• Conduct audits as part of our quality assurance framework, contributing to service improvements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Diploma Level 3 in Care

Care Certificate

Job description

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Team Leader to supervise a team of care workers and domiciliary staff, ensuring high-quality service delivery and responding to duty shifts across days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. You will lead risk assessments, support planning, and ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act, medication administration, and quality audits.

The role requires at least two years in social care and Level 2 English/Maths, with a view to Diploma Level 3 in