Youth Transition Lead Practitioner | Team Leader

Jobtrain; Scotland; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Driving lessons budget

PVG/SSSC fees reimbursement

Professional development

Long service awards

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cornerstone in North Lanarkshire is seeking a Lead Practitioner to manage and inspire a team of Support Practitioners in a 25-hour, fixed-term maternity cover role.

You will deliver person-centred care, develop young people’s independence and skills, and work with the Service Lead to ensure high standards and compliance with the SSSC Codes.

A full UK manual driving licence is required, and SVQ Level 7 in Social Services & Healthcare or PDA in Health & Social Care Supervision is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience of managing and supporting people
• Experience within the Health & Social Care sector
• A passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred support
• Understanding of supporting young people to develop independence and life skills
• Knowledge of SSSC Codes of Practice and Health & Social Care Standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
• Commitment to achieving relevant SVQ/PDA qualifications if not already attained

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and inspire a team of Support Practitioners
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred support
• Provide guidance and mentorship to your team
• Support young people to develop confidence and practical life skills
• Work with the Service Lead to ensure service operates effectively and compliantly

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Boundaries & accountability

Driving licence

Education

SVQ Social Services & Healthcare SCQF Level 7

PDA in Health & Social Care Supervision

Job description

Cornerstone in North Lanarkshire is seeking a Lead Practitioner to manage and inspire a team of Support Practitioners in a 25-hour, fixed-term maternity cover role.

You will deliver person-centred care, develop young people’s independence and skills, and work with the Service Lead to ensure high standards and compliance with the SSSC Codes.

A full UK manual driving licence is required, and SVQ Level 7 in Social Services & Healthcare or PDA in Health & Social Care Supervision is expected.