Team Leader (Merton)

Seetec Business Technology Centre; Merton; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to oversee a team of Employment Specialists. This role is crucial in delivering high-quality services that align with the IPS approach, ensuring positive outcomes for clients with health support needs. You'll foster a culture of excellence, manage caseloads, and provide training and supervision. With a commitment to community and inclusivity, this organization offers opportunities for career advancement and values diversity in its workforce. Join us in making a difference in people's lives through sustainable employment solutions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off

2 Volunteer Days

Company Pension Scheme

Health Insurance Allowance

Employer Paid Healthcare Cash Plan

Annual Pay Review

Enhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Pay

Access to BenefitHub for discounts

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership or management roles.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-quality service aligned with IPS best practices.
• Monitor and guide the performance of IPS Employment Specialists.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Problem-solving

Knowledge of disability/health issues

Understanding of supported employment principles

Experience in target-driven environments

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365

Education

GCSE in English and Maths (Grade C or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Teams

Skype

Job description

Job Role

We're recruiting a Team Leader to join our team. You'll manage a team of Employment Specialists, providing supervision, training, caseload management, and role modelling of the IPS approach as part of the holistic recovery plan for health service users. Your role will be pivotal in managing a high-quality service that meets Fidelity standards and delivers positive outcomes for service users. You will work with clients who have health support needs to help them secure sustainable paid employment aligned with their preferences. Additionally, you'll foster a high-performance culture to ensure contractual delivery, quality, compliance, and budget management through effective leadership.

Our ideal candidate should demonstrate effective coaching and mentoring skills and have experience in leadership or management roles. We seek someone with initiative, motivation, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Join us in helping our communities rebuild and ensure inclusivity. All new colleagues will be offered to enroll in a Level 2 Employment Apprenticeship, with opportunities for advancement. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

Benefits

• £37,000 per annum salary
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with option to buy additional days)
• 2 Volunteer Days
• Company Pension Scheme (5% Employee, 5% Employer)
• Health Insurance Allowance
• Employer Paid Healthcare Cash Plan, including 3x salary life assurance
• Annual Pay Review
• Enhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Pay
• Access to BenefitHub for discounts and benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme

There's an opportunity for career progression. To apply, upload your CV via the provided link. For more information, contact our Internal Recruitment Team at 01702 595200.

Seetec Group is an employee-owned organization that values community, both in our work across the UK and Ireland and internally with our Employee Owners. We prioritize people in every service and decision.

Location and Hours

Location: Merton

Hours: 37 hours/week, Monday to Thursday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Closing Date: 7 May 2025

Contract: Subject to Contract Award

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage a high-quality service aligned with IPS best practices.
2. Develop and monitor stakeholder engagement and referral pipelines.
3. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and deliver presentations.
4. Monitor and guide the performance of IPS Employment Specialists to meet outcome targets.
5. Identify and arrange training needs for staff development.

For a full job description, follow the link: Team Leader

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of disability/health issues, policies, and employment legislation.
• Understanding of supported employment principles and practices.
• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths (Grade C or above) or relevant experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and digital technologies like Teams and Skype.
• Experience in target-driven environments and delivering services that meet contractual standards.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the IPS approach.
• Experience working in advice and guidance environments.
• Full driving license for deployment across regions if required.

Additional Information

Seetec Pluss is a leading provider of employability and health services, dedicated to empowering individuals and supporting their career development. We prioritize safeguarding and equal opportunities, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.