About us
Are you ready to advance your career and inspire others? Do you have the ability to lead, motivate, and work collaboratively to ensure people receive the highest quality care and support? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
At Sense Scotland, we take immense pride in our work and are currently seeking new talent to join us in supporting individuals with their everyday lives. Our vision is to help those we support to lead fulfilling and happy lives, enabling them to achieve their own ambitions.
We’re excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Female Supervisor* to join our dedicated team in our Supported Living Service based in the Rutherglen area. This is a part-time role offering 20 hours per week.
In this role, you’ll be an integral part of our service, providing high-quality support to adults with complex needs, while leading a compassionate and dynamic team committed to making a real difference.
About the role
As a Team Leader at Sense Scotland, you will take a leading role in guiding a dedicated team of staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support to the people we support. Your responsibilities will include providing regular supervision, coaching, and monitoring to ensure tasks are completed efficiently, in line with our core values.
You will be integral to the support planning process, regularly reviewing and adapting care plans in collaboration with individuals, their families, and the wider Sense Scotland team. Building strong relationships with the management team, families, and other professionals is key to our approach to care, and your ability to engage with a range of stakeholders will be key.
Key responsibilities include:
* Ensure high-quality care and support for the people we support, meeting their individual needs.
* Lead by example, offering supervision, coaching, and on-shift training to staff.
* Guide staff to deliver a flexible, person-centred service for the people we support and their families.
* Manage staffing rotas, adjusting as needed for changes in the people we support or staff requirements.
* Oversee the implementation and regular updating of individual support plans.
* Maintain accurate records and staff attendance, ensuring compliance with standards.
* Support staff in their professional development and ensure they have the skills needed for person-centred care.
About you
You will have significant experience working directly with individuals who have complex care and communication needs. You’re a natural leader who can motivate and guide colleagues, always striving to deliver person-centred care and set a strong example of best practices in social care.
This role could be perfect for you if:
You’re passionate about supporting people with complex needs and ready to take the next step in your career. We’re looking for someone who brings practical experience, leadership skills, and a commitment to professional development.
* You’re willing to complete a qualification in Social Services and Health Care at SCQF Level 7 or higher (or hold another qualification recognised by the SSSC). Additional PDA units may be required.
* You have at least two years’ hands-on experience supporting individuals with complex needs.
* You’ve supervised staff and coordinated support before even informally.
* You understand statutory requirements like the Care Inspectorate standards and SSSC Codes of Practice.
* You’re flexible and able to work across a range of shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends.
* You have strong IT and organisational skills, with the ability to manage office tasks efficiently.
* You’re confident in coaching and mentoring colleagues to support their development.
* You have excellent communication skills, especially when explaining complex or sensitive information.
* You hold a UK Driving Licence
*This is a Female Supervisor role and for this position, female is an Occupational Requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
If you are ready to take that next step and be a key player in a team that has a breadth of expertise in communication, health and wellbeing, and promoting positive behaviour then apply now.
Working for us
We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment. Our full list of benefits can be found here .
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