Job reference REQ00000020074 Date posted 29/05/2026 Application closing date 14/06/2026 Location KENDAL Salary 38,220.00 - 39,152.00 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank
About this opportunity
We are recruiting for a 37‑hour Supervisor to join our exciting service in Kendal, supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or complex needs.
As part of an established Supervisor Team, you will deliver safe, effective, and high‑quality support to individuals living in their own homes within the local community. This role is rewarding and offers opportunities for professional development and teamwork.
About the Role
As a Supervisor, you will provide strong leadership and engagement, ensuring high‑quality day‑to‑day service delivery. You will support and develop the staff team, helping them reach their full potential individually and collectively.
You will work in partnership with others, manage risk effectively, and promote a person‑centred approach to care. You will also maintain accurate service user records and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure appropriate and adequate staffing levels to meet assessed needs.
* Manage and review support plans and risk assessments regularly.
* Conduct staff 1:1s and facilitate team meetings in line with policy, ensuring clear communication and information sharing.
* Participate in the on‑call rota as an emergency contact for staff, service users, families, and professionals.
* Promote and maintain high standards of care, support, and encouragement to develop individuals’ independence skills.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will work closely with the Service Manager and fellow Supervisors, continually developing the service while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and national standards.
Key qualities include:
* A positive and flexible approach.
* Strong communication skills.
* Commitment to teamwork and a clear sense of purpose across the staff team.
* Shared dedication to high‑quality, person‑centred care.
Benefits
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council offers a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and other perks and discount schemes.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving workforce diversity and welcomes applications from all people. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview. We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans, care and care‑experienced individuals, and those under 24 years old who have been looked after by a local authority.
Safer Recruitment & DBS
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with an Adults Barred List check.
It is an offence for people barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles requiring unsupervised work with adults.
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