Team Leader (Learning Disabilities Support Service) - Newcastle

Be Caring Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Be Caring Ltd is seeking a compassionate Team Leader to oversee a dedicated team in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism. This full-time, permanent role focuses on mentoring staff and ensuring high-quality care delivery. The successful candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Annual bonuses

Comprehensive training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Mileage allowance

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching or mentoring in health and social care.
• Valid UK driving license with access to a vehicle.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Support Workers to provide exceptional care.
• Ensure compliance with care policies and standards.
• Collaborate with management and external professionals.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Leadership

Empathy

Job description

Join Our Team as a Team Leader – Make a Real Difference!

Location: Newcastle & Gateshead

Salary: £26,780 per annum

On Call: £2,600 per annum (rotational basis, including weekends)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, shift work and alternative weekends

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

At LIFE by Be Caring, we are driven by our core values and committed to providing exceptional support to individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Our values guide everything we do: Be Kind, Be Caring, Be Involved, Be the Best You Can Be, Be Happy, Be Safe, and Be Proud. Due to the expansion of our department, we are seeking a passionate Team Leader to help lead our dedicated team, ensuring that the people we support continue to achieve their full potential in independent supported living.

If you are an experienced Support Worker looking for the next step in your career, or if you're passionate about leading a team to provide the best care and support possible, we’d love to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

We believe in supporting your growth and wellbeing. When you join LIFE by Be Caring, you will receive:

Bonuses & Incentives: Up to £300 new starter bonus, £300 annual bonus, and £300 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Birthday Voucher: £25

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Fully funded DBS check
• Full induction and specialist training
• Ongoing training and development with access to Level 2 & 3, Level 4, and accredited courses
• Holiday pay
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support for you and your dependents)
• Optional Union membership through GMB
• Mileage allowance (45p per mile)

The Role

As a Team Leader, you’ll be at the heart of delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will mentor and coach Support Workers, ensuring that the people we support receive the best possible care. You will collaborate with your Service Manager, Lead Coordinator, and external professionals to ensure service users’ needs are met and that their rights are upheld.

Key Responsibilities:

Caring for The People We Support:

• Compassion: Support the team to monitor the people we support’s mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing, ensuring appropriate action is taken when necessary.
• Competence: Ensure that People we support’s support plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans are regularly reviewed, and that staff are properly trained in safeguarding procedures to keep the People we support are safe.
• Communication: Build effective relationships with the people we support, their families, and external professionals to enhance their health and lifestyle.

Supporting the Team:

• Courage: Lead and inspire your team through mentoring and coaching, ensuring they meet the needs of the people we support.
• Commitment: Maintain compliance with care policies and procedures, completing all quality assurance and compliance activities to a high standard.
• Collaboration: Work closely with your team and management to ensure the delivery of high-quality care, ensuring that all records are accurate and up to date.

Leadership & Development

• Coaching & Mentoring: Provide guidance and training on best practices, including medication management, moving and handling techniques, and communication preferences.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively seek opportunities for both your own development and that of the team, ensuring all practices align with CQC standards and regulations.

What We’re Looking For:

• Some experience in coaching or mentoring, within a health and social care setting
• A natural ability to lead, motivate, and support your colleagues to be the best they can be
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external professionals
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes
• A passion for learning and development, both for yourself and your team

Your Responsibilities Include:

• Mentoring and supporting Support Workers to meet individual care needs and deliver exceptional service.
• Providing ongoing training and guidance on medication, moving and handling techniques, communication preferences, and other care needs.
• Ensuring compliance with Be Caring’s policies, procedures, and CQC standards.
• Communicating effectively with the Service Manager, Lead Coordinator, and external professionals to ensure the delivery of high-quality care.

Are You Ready to Lead with Compassion, Competence, and Commitment?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a team that cares, communicates, and is committed to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us deliver the best care possible to those who need it most.

Be Caring Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment for all.

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