Team Leader - Barrow-in-Furness

Northern Healthcare; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a compassionate Team Leader to guide a dedicated team in supporting adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. This full-time role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in residents' lives while fostering a positive and respectful environment. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience or a strong desire to step into a leadership role, alongside excellent communication skills and a commitment to person-centred care. Join us and help shape brighter futures!

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible working week & shift patterns

Career development opportunities + NVQ training

Comprehensive induction & buddy programme

Healthcare cover (dental, optical, prescriptions, physiotherapy)

Free car parking

Enhanced DBS check paid for

Employee awards & recognition schemes

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or mental health conditions.
• Leadership experience or desire for a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Support Workers.
• Administer prescribed medication safely.
• Champion person-centred care and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Resilience

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

We’re Hiring: Team Leader – Make a Real Difference Every Day!
Location: Glen Garth House, Barrow-in-Furness
Full-Time | 38.5 Hours Per Week | £14.00 per hour with enhanced overtime rates of £16.00 per hour

Are you ready to take the next step in your career while changing lives for the better? We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic, motivated, and compassionate Team Leader to join our passionate team at Glen Garth House.

If you believe in putting people first, have a drive to support adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs, and want to be part of a close-knit, values-driven team — this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Team Leader, you’ll play a pivotal role in the rehabilitation journey of our residents. You’ll lead and support a team of Support Workers, ensuring exceptional care and outcome-focused support at every step.

Every day will bring challenges — but also incredible rewards as you witness the progress and empowerment of those you support.

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading the day-to-day operations alongside the Service Manager.

Supporting residents in daily activities to promote independence.

Supervising and mentoring Support Workers.

Safely administering prescribed medication.

Allocating duties effectively across the team.

Championing person-centred care and positive relationships with residents and families.

Maintaining accurate, respectful records.

Promoting safeguarding, confidentiality, and best practices at all times.

What We're Looking For:

Previous experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or mental health conditions.

Leadership experience or a strong desire to take the next step into a leadership role.

Empathy, resilience, and dedication to making a difference.

A team player with excellent communication skills.

Ideally, Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it).

Must have the right to work in the UK.

Our core values? Positive. Respectful. Honest. Understanding. Dedicated. If those sound like you, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Get in Return:

£14.00 per hour

️ 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

️ Flexible working week & shift patterns (including weekends)

Career development opportunities + NVQ training

Comprehensive induction & buddy programme

Healthcare cover (dental, optical, prescriptions, physiotherapy)

Free car parking

Enhanced DBS check paid for

Employee awards & recognition schemes

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

️ Wellbeing support & workplace culture that cares

Ready to Lead with Heart?

If you’re a current Support Worker, Team Leader, or someone with the experience and passion to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us in shaping brighter futures — apply now and be part of something meaningful.