Team Leader - Compassionate Care in Learning Disabilities

Blue Ribbon; Preston; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ribbon in Preston is seeking an experienced Team Leader to support the delivery of high-quality care for individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Mental Health needs. The role reports to the Service Manager and focuses on regulatory compliance, staff development, and person-centred care plans.

You will lead, supervise, and mentor the team, ensuring staff are well-supported, trained, and aligned with service standards.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care.
• Experience supporting individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities, or Mental Health conditions.
• Strong understanding of CQC, H&S, and Safeguarding regulations.
• Experience working in complex care environments.
• Confident in people management, team leadership, and performance management.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and IT skills.
• Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Manager with day-to-day management of the service.
• Ensure the service is appropriately staffed and operates in line with individuals' assessed needs.
• Oversee and maintain regulatory compliance (CQC, H&S, Safeguarding) and contribute to internal audits.
• Support with recruitment, onboarding, induction, and training of new staff.
• Manage supervisions, appraisals, and day-to-day performance of team members.
• Promote a positive and transparent working culture and model best practice across the service.
• Ensure person-centred care plans are regularly reviewed, up to date, and reflective of individual needs.
• Provide direct care and support when needed and lead the consistency of care across the service.
• Maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including families, healthcare professionals, and commissioners.
• Monitor and support financial performance, including rota management, petty cash control, and budgeting tasks.
• Use internal systems including PeopleHR, Deputy, Nourish, Radar, Iplicit, and JobTrain to maintain accurate records.

Skills

Diploma goal

People management

Team leadership

Communication

Decision making

IT skills

Flexible working

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Tools

PeopleHR

Deputy

Nourish

Radar

Iplicit

JobTrain

Job description

Blue Ribbon in Preston is seeking an experienced Team Leader to support the delivery of high-quality care for individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Mental Health needs. The role reports to the Service Manager and focuses on regulatory compliance, staff development, and person-centred care plans.

You will lead, supervise, and mentor the team, ensuring staff are well-supported, trained, and aligned with service standards.