Annual Leave entitlement: 28 days inclusive of bank holidays
Additional Information: Experience with motivating and leading a team, proactive approach to support, activity driven and detail focused.
An interest in speech and language / nutrition is preferred but we are open to candidates who would be prepared work towards the specialism or willing to learn.
Ref: 089873
At Thera East Midlands, we believe people with a learning disability should be leaders in society.
We are looking for a Practice Leader to assist in mentoring Support Workers, focusing on person‑centred support.
You and your team will encourage people to live the life that they choose, ensuring that they have choice and control around the planning and delivery of their support, enabling them to achieve their desired lifestyle and goals, maximising their community inclusion and participation.
As a Practice Leader your responsibilities will focus on improving outcomes for individuals, ensuring choice and control in support delivery, and maintaining a safe environment. The role involves promoting emotional and psychological well‑being and continuous improvement through feedback.
You will support people to maintain a safe, clean environment which may include but not be limited to personal care, assisting with finances, preparing meals and accessing the community.
You will also support individual emotional, psychological and social wellbeing needs in line with and Positive Behaviour Support guidance.
The role requires you to have a flexible approach to working shifts and maintaining records in line with company policies. At all times aim to empower individuals, promote inclusion, rights & independence, whilst adhering to policies and acting as an ambassador for the company.
Skills & Experience
* Experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
* Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations.
* Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, and decision‑making skills.
* Confidence in using digital systems (e.g., Excel, care planning software).
* Flexible working hours, willingness to travel locally and work across multiple locations.
* UK Driver's licence.
Thera is an equal opportunities employer that promotes diversity within our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of sexual orientation, race, age, gender, disability, religion or belief.
All posts are subject to DBS checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this role, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including those that would otherwise be spent.
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