Team Leader Family Assessment

Progressive Care Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care seeks a dedicated Team Leader for Family Assessment. This role involves assessing and mentoring parents to ensure the safety and well-being of children, while leading a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to excellence, you'll play a crucial role in supporting families and making a meaningful impact. The organization offers structured salary grades, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career progression, ensuring you have the tools and support needed to thrive in your career. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Structured Salary Grades

Career Progression Opportunities

Comprehensive Training

Wellbeing Program

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team and prioritizing children's safety.
• Strong mentoring skills and ability to create stable environments.

Responsibilities

• Assess parents to safeguard children's well-being.
• Support and mentor parents in developing essential skills.
• Lead the team and work closely with management.

Skills

Team Leadership

Safeguarding

Mentoring

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

Level 3 Children & Young People's Workforce qualification

Team Leader qualification

Job description

As a national leader in Social Care for over 25 years, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and making a real impact. Our nurturing and empowering culture allows us to deliver exceptional services through our highly skilled, committed, and multi-disciplinary teams.

We offer a range of services, including:

• Family Assessment
• Children’s Residential
• 16+ Supported Living
• Learning Disabilities

All of our services are designed to provide safety, growth, and independence for individuals and families.

Our Mission

At Progressive Care, our brand stands for trust, quality, and care. Every service we provide is thoughtfully designed to deliver excellence, consistency, and a meaningful impact. With a professional and person-centered approach, we ensure reliability and progress, creating lasting value for those we care and support.

Your Role as a Team Leader within Family Assessment:

• Assess parents to safeguard and promote their children’s well-being.
• Support and mentor parents in developing essential parenting skills.
• Provide advice and guidance to help families build stability.
• Strive to develop the offer the best support to families.
• Work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Mentor new and less experienced staff.
• Lead the team throughout shifts.
• Work closely with the management team to develop the service.
• Act as a role model and mentor to staff, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the highest standards of care and ethical practice.
• Navigate challenges with resilience and adaptability.

Our Ideal Candidate should:

• Hold a Level 3 Children & Young People's Workforce qualification or Equivalent.
• Hold or willing to work towards a team leader qualification.
• Has experience in leading a team.
• Prioritises the safety and well-being of children.
• Nurturing and supportive, with strong mentoring skills.
• Experienced in safeguarding and creating a stable environment.
• Empathetic, understanding, and encouraging.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to a fast-paced setting.
• Able to apply transferable skills from relevant experience.
• Strong communication skills with a high level of empathy.
• Remains calm under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, effective relationships with children, parents, and professionals.
• Someone who is committed to a career in supporting families.

What We Offer:

Excellent Pay & Rewards

• We recognise your skills with structured Salary Grades that reflect your Experience and Qualifications
• Our Pay Structures are at the forefront of National Pay Standards.

Career Progression & Development

Excellent Opportunities for career progression pathways creating opportunities from;

• Support worker
• Senior Support Worker
• Team Leader
• Deputy Manager
• Registered Manager
• Service Manager

Comprehensive Training & Qualifications

• Full induction program before you start.
• Service specific training to refine and enhance your skills.
• We fully fund your training and qualifications through our Nationally Accredited Training Centre.

Wellbeing Program

• Access to excellent employee benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and personal development.

A Supportive & Rewarding Work Environment

With strong management support and supervision, you will always have the guidance, encouragement, that give you the tools and confidence that you need to thrive in your role and career.

Are you Ready to Start Your Career in Social Care?

Speak to our Talent Team and join the Progressive Care Community!

**Due to the nature of this role, Progressive Care conducts enhanced background checks through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) for all hired personnel.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.**