[ref. c50168720] care Team Leader

Weavers Lodge offers a warm and supportive environment for up to 8 adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.

Weavers Lodge is much more than just a place to live. It is a home where individuals are supported to develop and live their best lives. We create an environment which encourages everyone to reach their full potential including our employees ….

Here’s what your role as Care Team Leader will look like:

• Righthand Rockstar: Support the management team by overseeing staff performance, providing constructive feedback, and facilitating professional development opportunities for team members. This role involves ensuring that all staff adhere to organisational policies while fostering a positive work environment where everyone feels motivated and valued.
• Personal Care Champion: Lead a team in assisting individuals with daily tasks such as getting dressed, showering, and enjoying nutritious meals. Your leadership will empower the team to provide care that helps individuals feel confident and valued.
• Activity Coordinator: Oversee the planning of engaging activities that promote joy and well-being. Whether it’s organising arts and crafts, games, or movie nights, you’ll ensure that individuals have opportunities to explore their interests and talents.
• Life Skills Development Coach: Mentor support workers in guiding individuals to develop essential life skills. From cooking simple meals to managing personal hygiene, your guidance will help foster independence among those in your care.
• Health & Wellness Advocate: Ensure that health needs are monitored effectively by leading the team in reporting any changes. Your proactive approach will help maintain a safe and healthy environment for everyone.
• Team Leadership Extraordinaire: Collaborate with your team to create personalised care plans tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Your leadership will inspire teamwork and enhance the quality of care provided.

In addition to a secure and stable career, we offer support workers:

• Competitive salary starting from £12.35 (will increase based on qualifications)
• Receive up to £300 for Employee Referrals
• Access to blue light card discounts
• Long service awards
• 24-hour confidential employee advice line
• Full Time Mental Health First Aiders who are there for you when you need them
• Funded qualifications
• Accredited Positive Behaviour Management Training
• Mandatory Training Provided

Care Team Leader Shifts:

1. 5 hour contract

7am - 10pm

Working weekends is a requirement however we do operate on a 3 week schedule to encourage a healthy work life balance.

Key Skills Required:

Participating in on call essential

Other roles you may have worked in Senior Support Worker / Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant / Home Care Support Worker

Safeguarding Commitment

We prioritise the safety and well-being of everyone who uses our services and support safe recruitment practices. It’s important to share any relevant information in your application, as this helps us ensure a safe environment for all. If you have a conviction that does not pose a risk to vulnerable individuals, we are open to discussing your application further during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their sex, religious beliefs, political opinions, race, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender reassignment status.

We are proud to be a disability confident employer and committed to mental health at work.

We are currently not accepting applications Sponsorship.