Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £14.40 - £15.06
This role is NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system.
At Glenelg Support, we provide exceptional care for individuals with autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and mental health needs in a supported living environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with both individuals and their families to develop personalized support plans that make a real difference in people’s lives.
We are currently looking for a dedicated and talented Team Leader to join our Liverpool Team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who share our core values and have the skills to support those in need.
Full time, permanent position
This service requires a driver. Due to the Mobility Car Insurance we can only accept drivers with a full UK/EU driving licence with NO endorsement and penalty points – we cannot accept international or provisional licences.
Some homes require Female candidates only as this is indicated under occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
As our Team Leader, you will be responsible and accountable for the 24 hour management of the supported individual’s home. You will be on duty in the home whilst being responsible for managing the staff team. Completing 4 weekly payroll, probations, supervisions and appraisals.
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
- From £14.40 per hour
- Competitive sleep-in rate
- 4 weekly pay
- Fully paid DBS check
- Casual dress code
- Discounted gym membership scheme*
- Guaranteed contracted hours
- Blue light discount
- Career progression pathways
- Lucrative employee referral scheme*
- Fully paid training
- 4 weekly rota
Pay Breakdown
- Team Leader covering 1 service: Contracted: £14.40
- Team Leader covering 2 services: Contracted: £14.73
- Team Leader covering 3 services: Contracted: £15.06
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)