Job Introduction
We now have an opportunity for a Team Leader in Milton Keynes supporting adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism, and other physical support needs. As the Team Leader you will have management responsibility for a team operating a supported living model of support. As one of our management team, you'll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life too, as you benefit from an exceptional level of internal and external training as well as a highly supportive management team.
Role Responsibility
What skills and qualities do I need to have?
- The ability to inspire and drive excellent support within a team.
- The ability to meet financial and business targets.
- A track record of supporting and empowering people to live more independently in their community developing positive outcomes for those being supported.
- Experience of supporting individuals with various needs including autism learning disabilities, complex physical or health needs.
- The ability to communicate effectively to a range of audiences.
- Willing to work towards NVQ level 4/5 qualification.
- To operate flexibly as this role will involve out of hours checks supporting/coaching staff and the possible need to backfill when short of staff.
The Ideal Candidate
Building on your experience of working with people with learning disabilities, you'll set, maintain, and develop standards as part of our service. As the team lead, your focus will always be on ensuring the delivery of consistently high-quality services - all within a challenging, but very rewarding environment.
About us
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
- 28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy holidays and spread the cost
- An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
- Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
- Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
- Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
- Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
- Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
- A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!
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