Team Leader - Learning Disabilities

Glenholme Healthcare Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Team Leader in a CQC-rated Outstanding service. You will lead a dedicated team to provide exceptional support to adults with learning disabilities, ensuring they live fulfilling, independent lives. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence and inspire others while working in a supportive environment that values career development and well-being. With comprehensive training, generous holiday benefits, and a culture of respect and dignity, you will play a pivotal role in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support. Apply today to be part of something exceptional in Bedford!

Benefits

Career development pathways

Fully funded qualifications

28 days holiday plus additional days

Refer-a-friend scheme

Hastee Pay

Life Insurance cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Reimbursement for Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in a care environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers for high-quality care.
• Support the development of care plans promoting independence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Support for individuals with learning disabilities

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Team Leader – Learning Disabilities Service (Supported Living)
Location: Warwick Manor or Shakespeare House, Bedford

Salary: £13.15 per hour (£25,650 per annum) plus a range of health and wellbeing benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent. 37.5 hours per week
Rated Outstanding by the CQC

Are you a passionate and experienced support professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a role where you can empower others, lead by example, and make a meaningful difference every day?

We are looking for a dedicated Team Leader to join our Outstanding-rated supported living service in Bedford, supporting adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives.

About the Role:

As a Team Leader, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the Registered Manager to deliver exceptional care and support. You will:

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers to provide person-centred, high-quality care

• Ensure daily operations run smoothly and efficiently across the service

• Be a role model for best practice in support, safeguarding, and positive behaviour support

• Support the development and implementation of care plans that promote independence, choice, and dignity

• Take part in on-call responsibilities and support with rota management and staff supervisions

About You:

• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities or in a similar care environment

• Leadership or supervisory experience (or ready to take the next step)

• A proactive, can-do attitude with strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards it)

• A genuine passion for supporting people to live their best lives

Why Join Us?

• Work in a CQC-rated Outstanding service – be proud of where you work

• Career development pathways and fully funded qualifications

• A supportive and values-driven culture

• Paidcomprehensive trainingwith genuine career advancement opportunities

• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holiday) plus an additional day with each year of service (up to 5 bonus days)

• An additional day of holiday for your birthday

• Refer-a-friendscheme: Earn a£250 bonusfor each friend you refer to work for us

• Hastee Pay – withdraw up to 40% of your earned salary before payday, whenever you want.

• Life Insurance cover of £10,000 (T&C's apply) and Enrolment into our Pension scheme

• Automatic entry into ourEmployee Assistance Programme offering: Personal and everyday advice on child support, financial advice, mental health, health, and well-being.

• Reimbursement for the Blue Light Card

Join a service where your leadership can truly change lives. Apply today and be part of something exceptional in Bedford.

At Glenholme, our core values allow our staff and service users to thrive. We believe in treating individuals, their families, and our staff with respect and dignity while placing a high value on equality, equity, and diversity.

This job requires an Enhanced DBS to be carried out.

Job code: GHBED1