Job Description
Team Leader - Supported Living
Location: Exeter
Hourly Rate: £13.65 | Welcome Bonus: £250 (T&Cs apply)
Are you a motivated leader looking to make a real difference in people's lives? We're recruiting a Team Leader to join a supported living service in Exeter, helping adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, including Deaf individuals, achieve independence and live fulfilling lives.
Role Overview:
As Team Leader, you'll be responsible for guiding a dedicated team and ensuring excellent care standards. You'll balance hands-on support with leadership responsibilities, working closely with families, professionals, and other agencies to create a person-centred, empowering environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead and support a team, including supervision and rota management
2. Deliver direct care and support to service users in their homes and the community
3. Oversee support plans and ensure compliance with care standards
4. Maintain strong communication with families, colleagues, and external partners
Skills & Experience:
5. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team
6. Excellent organisational and communication skills
7. Comfortable with administrative tasks and IT systems
8. Full UK driving licence
9. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and occasional sleep-ins
10. Experience supporting Deaf individuals or willingness to learn sign language is highly desirable
Benefits:
11. 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) with potential to increase
12. 2 paid Wellbeing Days annually
13. Access to fully funded training and recognised qualifications
14. Pension contributions, life assurance (2x salary), and wellbeing support
15. Cycle to work scheme
16. Season ticket loan
17. Staff discounts
18. Blue Light Card
If you're passionate about leadership and empowering others, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career while making a positive impact every day.
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