Lead Support - Supported Living (Female), Poole
Client:
Diverse Abilities
Location:
Poole, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
5001a7bd10c7
Job Views:
3
Posted:
02.06.2025
Expiry Date:
17.07.2025
Job Description:
Overall purpose:
To lead a team in providing support and personal care to people with physical and/or learning difficulties to live independently in their own homes.
To support the Team Leader in delivering a quality service throughout supported living, promoting Diverse Abilities positively, and participating in community events.
*Due to current service demands, we require a FEMALE Lead Support*
Commitment to safeguarding:
Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application, including any employment gaps. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required prior to starting. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing the service within Diverse Abilities policies, procedures, commissioning, CQC standards, and legal requirements.
* Acting as the main contact for the service in collaboration with the Team Leader.
* Liaising with the Team Leader regarding the individuals supported and staffing.
* Working independently, using initiative, and seeking advice/support when needed.
* Building positive relationships with families, friends, and professionals, representing Diverse Abilities professionally.
* Attending all mandatory team meetings, including training and important communications.
Qualifications and skills:
* Diploma Level 3/4 or equivalent (or willing to work towards this)
* Basic numeracy and literacy skills
* Full UK Manual Driver’s License
* Interpersonal skills, clear communication, person-centered approach
* Proactive, self-managed, and demonstrates initiative
Benefits:
We offer a wide range of employee rewards, including discounts through Blue Light Card, auto-enrolment pensions, six weeks paid holiday, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
Paid training and support for diploma completion.
Bonuses and long service awards:
* £100 on training completion
* £200 after passing six months probation
* £200 after 12 months
* £500 after 24 months
* Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years, including vouchers and additional paid time off.
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