Female Support Worker Team Leader – Supported Living – Euxton

This role is NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. 

Job description

Glenelg Support provide high-quality support for individuals with autism, learning disability, physical disability and/or mental health needs in supported living services. We work closely with individuals and their families in the planning and development of support tailored for each individual.

We are seeking to recruit talented Female Support Worker Team Leader with the right values, skills and work ethic to work in our service in Euxton – Lancashire.

1 x full time permanent vacancy available. 

Drivers are highly desirable but is not essential for this service – drivers must have a full UK/EU driving licence due to the Mobility Car Insurance policy.

Female candidates only as this is indicated under occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

We are looking for a strong candidate with experience in autism, complex needs and/or mental health.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities include (but is not exhaustive):

• Supporting individuals with their daily living skills, medication, personal care
• Arranging/attending all appointments
• The level of support required will depend on the assessed needs of each individual person. You will be required to follow procedures in line with external quality and regulatory standards, as well as contractual requirements.
• Ensuring all contracted hours within the home are covered and making necessary arrangements to cover for annual leave, sickness, training, etc.,
• Managing a staff team including supervisions, team meetings etc
• Contributing to the formulation of support plans, risk assessments and person centred plans
• Working with families to foster open, honest communication and promote a willingness to continuously improve the service their family member receives.

Benefits

Team Leader:

Contracted: £13.69

To be discussed at Interview

Requirements

Essentials

• UK/EU Driving Licence is highly desirable
• Experience of complex behaviours
• A minimum of 2 years Team Leader / Supervisory experience in a Social Care setting

Experience

• Autism / complex behaviour: 2 years (required)
• Social Care Team Leader / Supervisor: 2 years (required)