Overview
Part-Time Adult Team Leader - Supported Living (Learning Disabilities) in Barnard Castle, County Durham. This is a permanent, part-time role delivering 30 hours per week, with a salary of £29,000 - £31,000 per annum (pro-rata for 30 hours). The role is in the health & social care sector, supporting 7 adults with learning disabilities to live independently and thrive in their community.
Benefits
* Competitive Salary: £29,000 - £31,000 per annum (based on 30 hours).
* Generous Annual Leave: 33 days (Pro-Rata).
* Health Benefits Package.
* Employee Discount Scheme.
* Fantastic Incentives & Staff Recognition Schemes.
* Mileage Allowance & Travel Support (Car Driver Essential).
Your Role As a Team Leader
As Team Leader, you\'ll play a key role in leading a team of Support Workers, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care is delivered in line with best practices and organisational values. You will work across the Barnard Castle service and may occasionally support nearby services, so being a driver with access to a car is essential.
Key Responsibilities
* Support and supervise a team delivering daily care and support to adults with learning disabilities.
* Lead on shift planning, medication administration, and service user reviews.
* Promote independence, inclusion, and personalised outcomes for all service users.
* Support with rota management, incident reporting, audits, and staff development.
* Act as a positive role model and point of contact for families, health professionals, and external agencies.
* Ensure compliance with safeguarding, CQC standards, and organisational policies.
Criteria
* Experience: Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities is essential.
* Qualifications: Ideally, Level 4 or 5 in Health & Social Care Leadership & Management (or working towards).
* Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
* Driving: Full UK driving licence and access to a car (essential due to occasional travel).
* Values: Passionate about person-centred care and empowering individuals to achieve their goals.
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Ready to take the next step in your social care leadership journey? Apply today and be part of a team that values dedication, compassion, and meaningful outcomes. Applications are managed by Positive Outcome Recruitment - experts in social care recruitment.
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