Support Worker Team Leader

Job DescriptionTeam Leader
Up to 39hrs Available
£11.60 per hour (£23,524.80 per annum for full time)

Do you dare to make a difference?

We know working in care is more than ‘just a job’. To us its playing a crucial role in enabling the people we support to live their best lives.

Team Leaders provide a vital part in providing the people we support with the care and ability to improve their quality of life.

We are currently looking for a Team Leader to join our team in Amesbury,

You can expect;

Specialist and Blended Training and Development – we believe in promoting from within.
Enhanced Training that includes Induction Training, Service Specific as well as opportunities to complete a Care Certificate and NVQ/QCF.
Access to Digital Perks where you can gain discounts on gym memberships, shopping, theme parks, travel and more.
Unlimited Refer a Friend Scheme to earn £300 per successful referral.

Team Leader Role and Responsibilities: 

To assist the senior management to assess people we support needs, with a Person-Centred Framework and the Supporting People Initiative.
Assist to facilitate and support the people we support to integrate within their local community.
Identifying training needs of other staff and co-ordinate training initiatives in consultation with the Registered Manager.
Working with people we support to initiate and develop new ideas and methods regarding the quality of service delivery in conjunction with other colleagues.
Keep up-to-date with changes by participating in discussions, training sessions and workshops when required to do so.
Have a full understanding of Care Standards.
Maintain a high standard of professional conduct and morale by encouraging and motivating staff morale by personal example, and appearance.
Assist the management with the co-ordination, supervision and monitoring of staff work and practices.
Co-ordinate the arrangements of resident appointments.
Assist management to organise regular (monthly) House meetings.
Administer medications when required, in line with prescription guidelines.

The Ideal candidate will have:

A Level 3 in Health and Social care.
Experience supporting adults with  learning disabilities and/or challenging behaviours. 
Mentoring others in a team.
Driver.