Team Leader- Learning Disabilities

Brook Street; Shildon; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted provider of supported living services in Shildon seeks a compassionate Team Leader to enhance the care for adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. You will lead and support a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality care and fostering strong relationships. The role emphasizes person-centered support and offers a competitive salary, benefits like a £500 bonus, and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

£500 Welcome Bonus

Paid training & recognized qualifications

Flexible financial support

Wellbeing-focused culture

Refer-a-Friend rewards

Inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in social care, particularly with learning disabilities.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Emotionally intelligent and respectful approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and inspire your team across services.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centered care.
• Build relationships with families and professionals.

Skills

Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or complex needs

Ability to lead and motivate a team

Kind and respectful approach

Education

Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care

Job description

Team Leader – Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health, Complex Needs – Supported Living – Shildon, County Durham, DL4

Salary: £13.14 per hour (£27,331.20 per annum). Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Days Only. £500 Joining bonus.

Are you ready to take the next step in your social care career as a Team Leader.

This trusted provider of supported living and outreach services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex needs.

At the heart of everything we do is a person‑centred approach - we work closely with each individual to understand their goals, build on their strengths, and help them live confident, independent, and fulfilling lives.

We are now looking for a compassionate, driven, and experienced Team Leader to join our growing team. Step into Leadership and make every day Count!

About you

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or complex needs
• A Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care (or willing to work towards it)
• The ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team
• A kind, respectful, and emotionally intelligent approach

The Team Leader Role

As a Team Leader, you'll work closely with senior management to assess support needs, implement person‑centred plans, and inspire new ideas to continually improve the quality of care and support we provide.

You will:

• Lead, support, and inspire your team across multiple services
• Ensure person‑centred, high‑quality care is delivered at all times
• Drive positive outcomes for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs
• Oversee support plans, compliance, and internal quality audits
• Build strong, trusted relationships with families, colleagues, and professionals

Join our organisation

You're not just starting a job - you're joining a mission: to empower people to live their best lives, with dignity, independence, and support every step of the way.

What's in it for you

• £500 Welcome Bonus - our way of saying thank you for joining
• Grow your career - paid training & recognised qualifications (NVQs, QCFs)
• Lead with impact - a role where your leadership truly matters
• Flexible financial support - with instant access to earned pay via Wagestream
• Wellbeing‑focused culture - because your happiness and health matter too
• Refer‑a‑Friend rewards - get rewarded for bringing great people into our team
• Inclusive workplace - we celebrate diversity, age, and individuality

To discuss things further, please 'Apply' and we can arrange a confidential chat

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