Overview
Lifeways are looking for a Care Team Leader to work alongside our Service Manager in the leadership and day-to-day management of our established service. This is an exciting opportunity to join our established team. Lifeways offer genuine, rewarding career progression and investment in recognised qualifications.
Role details
* Position: Permanent
* Role Type: Team Leader
* County: Dorset
* Post Code: BH1 4FE
* Town or City: Boscombe
* Ref No: 12374
What You’ll Get – Over £2,000 In Annual Rewards
We believe great support starts with great people. That’s why we offer:
Financial Rewards
* £13.70 per hour
* £200 Referral Bonus – Bring a friend, get rewarded
* 3% Employer Pension Contribution
* Free DBS Check
Discounts & Deals
* Lifeways Rewards – Cashback and discounts at major retailers, cinemas, theme parks, holidays and more
* Gym Discounts – Save up to £192 a year
* New! 10% Off at B&Q – Because your home deserves care too
* Blue Light Card Eligibility – Discounts on food, shopping, travel, and days out
Health & Wellbeing
* Cycle to Work Scheme – Save up to £1,000
* Eye Care & Health Cash Plans – Claim back costs for dental, optical, therapy and more
* Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support and advice
Training & Growth
* 8 Paid Training Days Per Year
* Access to funded qualifications and apprenticeships
* Career progression opportunities
Applicants from experienced Care Team Leaders/Senior Support Workers holding an NVQ / QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) would be an advantage. However, if you are a dedicated Care Assistant or Carer with a solid track record, Lifeways can offer you excellent training and ongoing development for you to enjoy a rewarding career with us.
As Team Leader you will lead and motivate a team of support workers ensuring that excellent person-centred care and support is delivered to people supported by Lifeways to enable them to live a fulfilling and independent life.
You will be involved in the recruitment of, and the ongoing development of support workers by carrying out staff supervisions, candidate interviews and providing general guidance and expertise. You will possess excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with staff, people we support and outside professionals. In addition, good written communication and IT skills for record keeping.
The people we support live with learning difficulties, autism, challenging behaviours and some mobility issues where manual handling would be required. We are looking for energetic, hardworking individuals who also have a good sense of humour and patience. The people we support enjoy going out into the community to do a bit of shopping or engage in other exciting activities.
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PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP
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