Team Coordinator - Kirknewton Service
£30,277.50 per Annum
Full Time, Permanent – 39 hours per week
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We are seeking an experienced Team Coordinator to join our dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role within Supported Living service in Kirknewton, overseeing support for approximately 7 individuals.
You will be carrying out leadership duties as well as providing person centred care to the people we support.
About the Role
As Team Coordinator, you will:
1. Lead and support staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to people with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, autism, challenging behaviour, and mobility needs.
2. Manage day-to-day operations including staff rotas, risk assessments, audits, and compliance with health and safety.
3. Supervise, mentor and develop Support Workers, undertaking appraisals and performance management.
4. Ensure our Person-Centred Support and Enablement model of care is embedded throughout the service.
5. Liaise with social workers, families and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support.
6. Deputise for the Service Manager when required.
7. Supporting with on-call duties
This is a varied and rewarding role where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while supporting a committed team.
About You
8. SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care – Essential
9. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role within a social care setting – Essential
10. Proven supervisory and leadership experience with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
11. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and effective relationships.
12. Professional, resilient and adaptable, with strong problem-solving skills.
13. Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding and organisational values.
14. Driver with access to a vehicle – Essential
What We Offer
We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
15. 28 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro-rata)
16. Accredited training and ongoing development
17. Employer contributory pension scheme
Additional benefits include:
18. Health Cash Plan (available for full and part-time staff)
19. £10,000 Life Cover
20. Employee Assistance Programme, including medical and counselling support
21. Discounts through our Reward Gateway platform
22. Cycle to Work Scheme
23. Financial wellbeing support
24. Refer a Friend bonus scheme
25. Staff recognition initiatives
26. Access to the Blue Light discount programme
Ready to Apply?
Join Real Life Options Group, a values-driven organisation committed to inclusion, empowerment, and high-quality support.
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We are an equal opportunities employer. If you have a disability, medical condition, or learning difficulty that may affect your performance during selection, we are happy to make reasonable adjustments. Let us know how we can support you.
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