Job description
Night Awake Team Leader
Location: Belfast
Hours: 24 hours per week - 2 × 12-hour night shifts (rota-based, 7-day cover)
Contract: Permanent
Pay Rate: £ per hour
Staffline Recruitment Ireland is recruiting for a Night Awake Team Leader to join a well-established intensive supported living service in Belfast, providing person-centred care to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.
The Service
The service operates on a 24-hour basis and supports individuals living in their own homes within purpose-built accommodation. Support is delivered using a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework, promoting independence, dignity, and inclusion.
The Role
The Night Awake Team Leader is part of the on-site management structure and supports the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in maintaining high standards of care and compliance during night-time hours.
You will lead night staff on shift, ensure care plans and risk assessments are followed, complete night-time checks, and provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to the support team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and supervise night staff, acting as a role model at all times
2. Ensure person-centred care plans, risk assessments, and support plans are followed
3. Maintain accurate digital and written records in line with data protection requirements
4. Carry out night security and safety checks
5. Advocate for service users, promoting dignity, choice, and wellbeing
6. Support, mentor, and develop staff on shift
7. Report incidents, concerns, and maintenance issues appropriately
8. Work collaboratively with families, care managers, and other professionals
Essential Criteria
Applicants must meet one of the following:
9. RQF Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in Health & Social Care or a related discipline, plus at least 2 years' experience in a social care setting (including 6 months supporting behaviours that challenge)
OR
10. GCSE English and Maths (A*-C or equivalent), plus at least 3 years' experience in a regulated care or support environment (including 6 months supporting behaviours that challenge)
In addition, applicants must have:
11. Experience supporting people with learning disabilities
12. Good communication skills and confidence using IT/digital care systems
Desirable Criteria
13. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Adults' Management)
14. Experience supervising staff and coordinating care provision
Compliance Requirements
15. NISCC registration is required, or willingness to register within 6 months of commencing employment and maintain registration throughout employment
16. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Access NI check
17. Right to work in the UK
18. Ability to work nights, weekends, and public holidays on a rota basis
19. Ability to meet occupational health and training requirements relevant to the role