Team Leader – Community Organisation

The Jewish Chronicle Limited; England; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and training

25 days annual leave

Enhanced parental pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Health cash plan

Cycle to Work

Refer-a-friend bonus

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The Jewish Chronicle Limited seeks a passionate Team Leader to oversee a residential care home for adults with learning disabilities. You’ll lead from the front, deliver person-centred care, support the team, and ensure the home runs safely and effectively.

You will work with the Home Manager and Deputy Manager to maintain high standards, develop care plans, supervise staff, manage rotas and records, and promote dignity, inclusion and independence for residents.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities.
• Strong understanding of person-centred care and support planning.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
• Knowledge of Health & Social Care Act (or similar).
• Good IT skills and administrative capability.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards).
• Previous supervisory or team leader experience.
• Experience in residential care settings.
• Coaching or mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.
• Coach, mentor and develop Support Workers to maximise team performance.
• Ensure care plans are tailored, up to date, and promote independence and choice.
• Embed person-centred practice across the service.
• Support recruitment, training and supervision of staff.
• Assist with day-to-day operations including rotas, health & safety, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate records in line with CQC and legislative requirements.
• Promote dignity, inclusion, and active participation within the community.

Skills

Team leadership

Person-centred care

Coaching/Mentoring

Care planning

Legislation knowledge

IT skills

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health & Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join a residential care setting, supporting adults with learning disabilities.

In this role, you’ll lead from the front — delivering high-quality, person-centred care, supporting your team, and ensuring the home runs safely and effectively. You’ll work closely with the Home Manager and Deputy Manager to maintain excellent standards and positive outcomes for the people you support.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Lead and support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care
• Coach, mentor and develop Support Workers to maximise team performance
• Ensure care plans are tailored, up to date, and promote independence and choice
• Embed person-centred practice across the service
• Support recruitment, training and supervision of staff
• Assist with day-to-day operations including rotas, health & safety, and reporting
• Maintain accurate records in line with CQC and legislative requirements
• Promote dignity, inclusion, and active participation within the community

Experience, Qualifications & Training

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities
• Strong understanding of person-centred care and support planning
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Health & Social Care Act)
• Good IT skills and administrative capability
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards)
• Previous supervisory or team leader experience
• Experience in residential care settings
• Coaching or mentoring experience

We believe great support starts with great staff. Here’s what we offer:

• Fully funded induction and training
• 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (FTE)
• Enhanced parental pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health cash plan covering dental, optical, and therapy treatments, with virtual GP access, private consultations, and wellbeing tools via the My Medicash App
• Cycle to Work scheme
• £300 refer-a-friend bonus
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive, experienced team and management