Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Baring Lodge Residential Home is seeking a

dynamic and committed Adult Mental Health Team Leader

to join our management team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills and a passion for empowering residents to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

As a Team Leader, you will play a key role in the running of the home, supporting the Manager in delivering high standards of care, leading the residential team, and ensuring compliance with the Care Standards Act 2000 and all relevant regulatory requirements.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of staff, performance management, rota coordination, ensuring residents' care needs are met, liaising with multidisciplinary teams, and fostering a positive, caring and professional environment.

We are looking for someone who can communicate our organisation's vision, motivate teams, set clear goals, and ensure exceptional standards of care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, supervise and support the Residential Care Team within the home
Communicate organisational values, care objectives and regulatory standards to the team
Maintain a caring, proactive environment that meets the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, cultural and spiritual needs of each resident

Supervise and coordinate the activities of team members involved in food preparation, cooking, serving, and cleaning.

Ensure all food safety and hygiene standards are strictly adhered to in line with regulatory requirements.

Manage day-to-day operations, staff rotas and allocation of duties.

Oversee residents' medical and health care needs, coordinating with health professionals Ensure accurate documentation, keyworker files, care plans and progress reports Promote dignity, respect and person-centred care at all times Participate in management on-call rota ensuring 24-hour cover Deal with performance issues, resolve conflicts, and foster open communication within the team Support induction, mentoring, training and development of Residential Support Workers Coordinate activities, outings and recreational programmes for residents Maintain positive relationships with families, external agencies, commissioners and MDT partners Ensure the environment, equipment and materials are safe, well-maintained and compliant Promote safeguarding, Health & Safety and Equal Opportunities within the home Attend management meetings and contribute to service development Undertake duties delegated by the Manager in accordance with your role

ABOUT YOU

You will be someone who:
? Is an experienced practitioner in care or mental health
? Has strong leadership and communication skills
? Can support, motivate and inspire a team
? Is confident in managing challenges, risks and responsibilities
? Has excellent organisational and administrative skills
? Understands person-centred, recovery-focused and complex mental health care needs
? Can remain calm under pressure and problem-solve effectively

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Health & Social Care, Mental Health, Nursing, (social Work) At least

3 years' experience

in a care or mental health setting Experience of supervising staff Knowledge of Health & Safety, Care Standards Act 2000, Equality & Diversity legislation Experience working with learning disabilities, mental health needs or challenging behaviour

Desirable

Experience in more than one care setting Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to complete rotas and manage staff cover Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
. Knowledge of Person-Centred Software

WE OFFER

Competitive salary Supportive working environment Ongoing training and professional development Opportunities for progression within Action for Care Ltd Pension scheme Paid induction and regular supervision

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for this role to:

care.vm93t@nhs.net

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Baring Lodge Residential Home is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference clearance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 29,250.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person