Team Leader (Must hold a driving licence)

Vacancy Filler; Inverness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A care support organization in Inverness is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to join their team on a full-time basis. The role involves coaching staff and supporting individuals to achieve their goals. Candidates need minimum 2 years of experience in care and a valid driving license. There are numerous benefits, including generous annual leave and training opportunities. Apply before the deadline on 12th August 2025.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel during shifts

Training opportunities

Refer a Friend scheme

Employee Forum

Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union

HSF Health Care plan

Counselling & Life Works services

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience supporting individuals within care.
• Must hold a valid Driving License.
• Willingness to work towards SVQ Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and mentoring frontline staff.
• Planning and facilitating meetings for support plans.
• Liaising with external agencies to meet standards.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals

Coaching and mentoring

Knowledge of SSSC standards

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Team Leader (Must hold a driving licence)

Make a positive difference in someone’s life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Inverness and helping support the people who need it most in our communities! We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Team Leader (previously Senior Support Worker) on a full-time basis for our Inverness Service.

Requirements: Applicants need at least 2 years of previous experience supporting individuals within care and should already have or be willing to work towards your SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care to be considered for the Senior Support Worker role. You must hold a valid Driving License.

About the Role:

Our Team Leaders are classified as Front Line Management staff. Your duties will fall into three specific areas:

1. Staff Management: Coaching and mentoring frontline staff, providing supervision, identifying training needs, producing monthly rotas considering budgetary requirements, managing holiday cover and absences, developing support plans, and covering on-call shifts as needed.
2. Supported Individuals: Planning and facilitating meetings to gather information for support plans, matching supported individuals with staff based on outcomes and goals.
3. Organisational: Liaising with external agencies, ensuring standards set by SSSC, Care Inspectorate, and The Richmond Fellowship Scotland are met, and positively representing the organization.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Generous annual leave
• TRFS rewards scheme (cash-back and discounts)
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance
• Training opportunities and career development
• Refer a Friend scheme (£150 reward)
• Employee Forum for feedback and improvement
• Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union
• HSF Health Care plan
• Counselling & Life Works services

All successful applicants will receive a conditional offer, subject to satisfactory references and PVG checks. Having a conviction does not necessarily disqualify you from working in this sector.

Application details: Interested? Apply today! All new staff must register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting.

Closing Date: 12th August 2025 (we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier).

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, disability, age, marital or parental status, or sexual orientation. Our mission is to foster inclusive teams.