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Salary: £13.14 per hour (£27,331.20 per annum)
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Highlea Care Limited
Are you ready to take the next step in your social care career? Join Highlea Care Limited, part of National Care Group, as a Team Leader.
Highlea Care is a well-established and trusted provider of supported living and outreach services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex needs. At the heart of everything we do is a person-centred approach — we work closely with each individual to understand their goals, build on their strengths, and help them live confident, independent, and fulfilling lives. We are now looking for a compassionate, driven, and experienced Team Leader to join our growing team. Step into Leadership and make every day Count!
Why choose National Care Group?
At National Care Group, you’re not just starting a job—you're joining a mission: to empower people to live their best lives, with dignity, independence, and support every step of the way.
Here’s what’s in it for you:
* £500 Welcome Bonus – our way of saying thank you for joining
* Grow your career – paid training& recognised qualifications (NVQs, QCFs)
* Lead with impact – a role where your leadership truly matters
* Flexible financial support – instant access to earned pay via Wagestream
* Wellbeing-focused culture – because your happiness and health matter too
* Refer-a-Friend rewards – get rewarded for bringing great people into our team
* Inclusive workplace – we celebrate diversity, age, and individuality
The Team Leader Role
As a Team Leader, you’ll work closely with senior management to assess support needs, implement person-centred plans, and inspire new ideas to continually improve the quality of care and support we provide.
* Lead, support, and inspire your team across multiple services
* Ensure person-centred, high-quality care is delivered at all times
* Drive positive outcomes for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs
* Oversee support plans, compliance, and internal quality audits
* Build strong, trusted relationships with families, colleagues, and professionals
About you
You're someone who’s passionate about making a difference — a natural leader who thrives in a care setting and knows how to bring out the best in others.
* Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or complex needs
* A Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care (or willing to work towards it)
* The ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team
* A kind, respectful, and emotionally intelligent approach
Don’t meet every single requirement? We invite you to apply anyway!
At National Care Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic organisation. So, if you’re ready to embark on a journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourage you to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for!
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