Job summary
We are looking for a confident Support Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care.Youll be working 32 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at North West Supported Living.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a confident Support Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
Youll be working 32 hours a week,4 (8 hour day) shifts per week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at our North West Supported Living Services .
For this role you will need to drive, and have your own vehicle as you will be a Team Leader at all of our services including: Boden Street, Warrington Road,Townfield Avenue,Kingsway South andRydal Avenue
Supported Living is an important step towards independence. We know how important it is for individuals to have the right support so they can live the life they want to live. We support adults withlearning disabilities, autism, mental health needs or behaviours that challenge.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Your day-to-day
1. Supporting the regional manager, management team and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
2. Responsible for supervising a team of senior support workers which is currently x3 full time
3. Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
4. Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
5. Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
6. Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
7. Support with an on call rota for out of hours support
8. Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
9. Safeguard
10. Maintain a safe & clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
11. Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
12. Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
13. Regular coaching & appraisal
14. Expert supervision & peer support
15. Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
16. Recruitment referrals
17. Level 5 Leadership and management after probation is passed
You are
18. Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
19. Experienced in chairing meetings with professionals and teams
20. Confident and competent in leading the service in the absence of Regional Manager
21. Experience in leading or being part of CQC or Ofsted inspections
22. Level 3 or above qualified in a leadership qualification in Social Care
23. An excellent communicator & a good team player
24. Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
25. Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.
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General Requirements
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