Job Description

Supported Living Team Leader

Supported Living Team Leader

Due to the occupational requirements of this role, we are only able to consider female applicants. Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.

Must be eligible to work in the UK - without sponsorship

Our personalised supported living service for people (16-65) with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs is currently searching for a team leader to help develop our service. As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for supporting and guiding a staff team to deliver high quality, person-centered care.

This role offers opportunity for career development and we are looking for an ambitious and driven individual to step into this role.

The successful applicant will hold a Level 3 diploma in Health & Social care (adults) and be flexible to work long days, sleep nights and every other weekend. They will at times be required to cover shifts when needed to help ensure service delivery, sometimes at short notice.

Seeds Care aim is to provide support which develops Service Users' skills in order for them to live meaningful, empowered and enjoyable lives, reaching their full potential.

Benefits:

50 per night for sleep-in duties (in addition to contracted hours) Additional pay for bank holidays Career progression Casual dress Pension Contribution scheme Ongoing training

Ideally we are looking for someone who has experience with the following

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Autism and, or Asperger's Learning Disabilities Experience with challenging behaviour Knowledge of positive behaviour support and providing emotional support Understanding of the impact of trauma Providing structure, including visual structure and consistent boundaries Supporting effective social communication Supporting independence and daily living skills, as well as community-based activities Supporting positive risk taking

Mandatory Leadership Experience Required:

Health and safety responsibilities Be aware of CQC legislation Experienced with performing staff supervisions Managing and resolving difficult staffing situations Experience managing teams of 7+ staff members Computer literate Good verbal and written communication skills Able to effectively delegate Good team player, and also able to work on own initiative Proven experience of liaising effectively with professionals and family Critical thinking / able to think "outside of the box" Experience of formulating person centred care plans and risk assessments Able to effectively chair meetings with; staff / professionals / families

Desirable skills

:

Experience in ADHD Competent, confident and proactive with lone working Mental Health inclusive of PTSD / Personality Disorder / Self harm Experience with adults with communication difficulties including the use of pictures / Pecs or communication aids

Qualifications

Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Adults)
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dynamic, growing team and develop some of your existing skills, whilst progressing your career.

We are searching for people who really care, have a positive attitude and want to be part of a collaborative team that deliver the best quality service possible.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 13.10-14.10 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Day shift Night shift Weekend availability
Experience:

Team Leader: 1 year (required) Supported Living: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Adults) (required) Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person