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Team Leader – Competitive Salary – Whalley Range, Manchester
The Role
Do you have a passion for supporting people with learning disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Condition? Are you a strong leader with excellent organisational skills? If so, we want to hear from you!
City Care Partnership is looking for a dedicated Team Leader to join our team and play a vital role in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Condition.
In this role you will:
- Oversee and lead a team of support workers, ensuring the highest standards of care and support.
- Collaborate with the Area Team Leader or Registered Manager to deliver comprehensive support to those with learning disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Condition.
- Work a 39-hour week, including allocated office hours, sleep-in duties, overtime, and on-call responsibilities.
If you are ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
Key Responsibilities:
Service User Support
- Design, implement, and manage individual support plans tailored to each service user's unique needs.
- Uphold personal dignity, choice, and independence for those we support.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for personal and community engagement.
- Periodically review and update individual care plans, promoting fair access to health services.
Staff Management
- Develop and manage staff rotas, organise team meetings, and ensure effective communication and follow-up.
- Identify training needs, supervise, and support staff development to maintain a skilled, compassionate team.
- Participate in recruitment and induction processes for new staff, ensuring they complete necessary certifications.
Administration and Compliance
- Accurately manage required documentation, including care plans, safety procedures, and financial records.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and Care Standards, carrying out regular audits and reviews.
Community and Family Liaison
- Foster positive relationships with families, advocates, and external organisations.
- Actively represent and promote the values of City Care Partnership in all interactions.
The Company
City Care Partnership is one of the UK's leading independent providers of specialist services for adults with learning disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Condition (with associated learning disabilities). With more than 25 years' experience we provide bespoke and innovative assessment and care packages in a range of supported living models. We are a Living Wage employer who also provide a wide range of benefits to all employees.
The Person
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in a similar Team Leader or Assistant Team Leader role (minimum 12 months).
- A full manual UK driving licence.
- Knowledge of learning disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Condition, with experience in supported living.
- Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to lead a team and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Experience as a Team Leader in an LD service plus QCF 4 or equivalent is required.
