Community Team Manager - Leicester at We Change Lives
Service: Community Services - Leicester
Hours per week: Full-time, 36 hours
Salary: £30,000
Location: Northwest England
About the Role
We Change Lives (WCL) is seeking a passionate and motivated Community Team Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role in one of our community-based services, supporting colleagues and ensuring the highest quality of care and support for the people we serve. As a Community Team Manager, you'll work under the direction of the Service Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of a designated branch of the service. You'll champion excellence, drive quality standards, and lead your team to deliver person-centred care that makes a real difference in people's lives.
Day in the Life of a Community Team Manager
No two days are the same in this rewarding role. You'll be:
* Leading and motivating a team of colleagues to deliver the highest standards of care.
* Supporting the Service Manager in developing the service, improving performance, and embedding WCL's values.
* Ensuring our colleagues are supported through effective supervision, training, and development.
* Building strong, positive relationships with the people we support, their families, and external stakeholders.
* Promoting independence, inclusion, and choice for the people we support.
* Taking responsibility for safeguarding, health and safety, and ensuring compliance with policies and legislation.
* Playing a key role in financial performance, rota planning, and service development.
Employee Benefits
* Welcome Bonus: £500 (not payable if we’ve paid a sponsorship or agency fee for your recruitment).
* Training & Development: Funded qualifications, including Level 2 and above, plus bonus payments for achievement.
* Health & Wellbeing Support: 24/7 access to a GP and wellbeing services.
* Blue Light Card: Free membership, unlocking discounts on shopping, childcare, and more.
* Enhancements: Additional pay for night shifts and double time at Christmas.
* Free Meals: For all staff working 12‑hour shifts.
* Refer a Friend Scheme: £200 bonus for successful referrals.
* Ongoing Technological Advancements: Training and access to new systems, including care planning and rota apps.
Requirements
* A Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (essential) – Level 5 is desirable.
* Experience in leading teams, managing change, and developing colleagues.
* Strong knowledge of care standards, safeguarding, and health & safety.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* A commitment to innovation, quality, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives.
* Flexibility to provide on‑call support as required.
Ready to Change Lives? Apply Now!
If you are a motivated leader with a passion for supporting others, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with We Change Lives.
More About WCL: We Change Lives (WCL) is a leading Northwest charity dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older people, those with dementia, and people experiencing mental health challenges. Through residential homes, supported living, and community-based services, we help people lead purposeful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
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