Team LeaderLocation: LeighRate of Pay: £14.50 per hour (weekly or monthly pay available)Shift Pattern: 34 hours on shift, nights and days and two hours admin.Contract: Fixed term (12 months)We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and experienced Team Leader in Healthcare to support the delivery and coordination of a specialist care package for a nine-year-old girl living at home with her parents in Leigh.The successful candidate will work closely alongside the Registered Manager and an existing Team Leader, supporting the day-to-day operational running of the care package and ensuring the care team consistently delivers safe, high-quality, person-centred care in line with healthcare standards and best practice.The child has DiGeorge syndrome (22q11 deletion) and requires 24-hour care, provided by a consistent, compassionate, and skilled healthcare team.She is non-verbal, and team members will be supported to learn and respond appropriately to her individual communication cues. Full, role-specific training will be provided.This is a rewarding healthcare leadership role, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's quality of life while supporting and guiding a small care team.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality personal care and clinical support in line with individual care plans.Support the effective coordination and delivery of the healthcare package alongside management.Complete 2 hours per week supporting management with administrative and leadership duties.Supervise, support, and guide support workers to ensure consistent standards of care.Learn and respond appropriately to the child's non-verbal communication cues.Support engagement in meaningful activities and community-based outings.Work collaboratively with the family, healthcare professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.Maintain a safe, nurturing, and structured care environment.Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and routines are followed and regularly reviewed.Experience and Skills Required of a Team LeaderProven leadership experience within a healthcare or complex care settingExperience managing and supporting a small care team.Strong understanding of risk assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliancePrevious experience completing healthcare-related administrative duties.Kind, patient, caring, reliable, confident, and professionally consistent.Willingness to learn and adapt to individual communication and care needs.Comfortable engaging in sensory, creative, and play-based activities as part of holistic careConfident working within a family home healthcare environmentAbility to work effectively as part of a small team.Who we are:acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.What we offer:Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000 big-name retailers, restaurants, and travel brandsWestfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs.Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances, and relationshipsBlue Light Card – discounts and free event ticketsacuity academy – training, qualifications, and continuous professional developmentCareer progression within the organisationRefer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500.