Adult Services Team Leader Location: West Lothian Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £31,960 per annum (uplift pending) Defour Partnership is delighted to be supporting a specialist care provider with the recruitment of an Adult Services Team Leader.
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
Are you an experienced Team Leader who is passionate about driving high-quality support and creating positive outcomes for the people in your care? Do you thrive in a role where you can lead by example, support continual improvement, and help shape a service centred around wellbeing, learning, and person-centred support? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
About the Role We are looking to appoint an Adult Services Team Leader to support the day-to-day delivery of a specialist adult service for neurodivergent adults who require tailored support in both wellbeing and learning.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and values-led care professional to join a service committed to delivering high standards, personalised support, and meaningful outcomes.
You will play a key leadership role within the team, helping to ensure the service is safe, effective, person-centred, and aligned with best practice and regulatory standards.
What Youll Be Doing Supporting the day-to-day running of the adult service Leading and motivating a team to deliver outstanding support and care Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and practice excellence Working in partnership with families, carers, and multidisciplinary professionals Supporting the development and review of Personal Support Plans Monitoring individual progress and ensuring personal outcomes are being achieved Contributing to a service culture that values reflection, collaboration, and high-quality practice Helping to ensure the service remains compliant with relevant standards and legislation What Were Looking For Wed love to hear from you if you: Have experience in a Team Leader or senior support role Are passionate about supporting neurodivergent adults or individuals with additional support needs Have a strong understanding of person-centred support and positive outcomes Are confident leading teams and supporting best practice Are values-driven, compassionate, and committed to high standards of care Enjoy working collaboratively and building positive relationships with others Essential Requirements SVQ Level 3 / SCQF Level 7 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) Experience of leading or supervising a care/support team Working knowledge of Health and Social Care Standards Understanding of SSSC Codes of Practice Experience of working collaboratively with families, carers, and professionals Experience developing and reviewing support plans and personal outcomes Willingness to work towards Care Inspectorate Registered Manager requirements Experience supporting neurodivergent adults Ability to use or understand Makaton (Desirable) Whats on Offer The opportunity to work in a values-led and inclusive environment Ongoing training and professional development A strong and supportive team culture The chance to make a meaningful and lasting difference to the people you support Interested? If youre an experienced care professional looking for your next leadership opportunity, wed love to hear from you.
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