Team Leader (Residential Services)

The Cedar Foundation; Bangor; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based service provider in Bangor seeks a candidate to support the Registered Manager in developing personalised care plans and delivering quality care for adults with learning disabilities. Responsibilities include mentoring care assistants and managing resources effectively. A relevant degree or professional qualification and two years of experience in social care are required. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of service users.

Qualifications

• Must be registered or eligible for registration on the NISCC’s register.
• Two years experience in a social care setting providing support/care.
• Working knowledge of learning disabilities and associated needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager to develop and implement care plans.
• Ensure the delivery of quality care.
• Participate in person-centred care delivery.

Skills

Personal care

Teamwork

Budget management

Education

Relevant Degree or Professional Qualification

Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Croft Communities Residential Services in Bangor Co. Down, is made up of a residential home, registered with RQIA to provide services for 9 adults who have Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs, as well as a 7 bedded Respite Unit through which adults with learning disabilities can come and stay with us for a break. This service provides an opportunity for the main carers to get a break from caring duties and enables them to refresh and to be able to continue their caring role.

Responsibilities

• Theywill support the Registered Manager to develop and implement personalised care plans and individual risk assessments to meet individual needs.
• They will support the Registered Manager to ensure the delivery of quality care.
• The role requires participation in the delivery of person-centred care, including personal care and promotion of a team approach at all times with positive and constructive working relationships for the benefit of the service user.
• They will also support with the management of budgets and resources effectively.
• They will mentor and supervise the team of care assistants.

Skills and Qualifications

• Professional qualification (see Job Description for details) OR A relevant Degree AND be registered or eligible for registration on appointment on the NISCC’s register. OR A level 3 Health and Social Care qualification and NISCC Eligibility
• Two years previous experience in a social care setting providing support/care.
• Working knowledge of learning disabilities and associated needs.