Team Leader - Female in Swindon

Female Team Leader

Location: Cheltenham

Salary: £32,760 per annum (£17.50 per hour)

Hours: 36 hours (3x shifts per week)

Shift patterns: 7.30 am- 19.30 pm, 19.30 pm- 7.30 am

Paid travel expenses: 25p per mile / public transport (bus/train only)

Mandatory Assessment Day – Swindon (28th January 2026 9.00am- 17.00pm)

Requirement

• Full UK Driving Licence (essential – you’ll enjoy trips out & driving the client’s vehicle!)
• Clear Enhanced DBS on DBS update service
• Proven experience supporting individuals with severe challenging behaviour
• Must be resilient, highly confident, and adaptable to change
• Excellent communication skills
• Flexible to attend training by 23rd February 2026
• First shift: 2nd March 2026

Are you someone who loves supporting others to live life to the fullest — and enjoys being part of a close, caring team? If so, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

We’re looking for a friendly and passionate Team Leader to guide a small team of Support Workers, supporting one lovely individual in their own home in Cheltenham. They live with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, FND and Gastroparesis — but that’s only part of their story. They also adore upcycling vintage treasures, getting creative, and spending time in the garden. Your leadership will make sure every day feels meaningful, person-centred and full of the things that bring joy.

What the Role Looks Like

• 12 hours a week spent leading and supporting your team — organising rotas, helping colleagues grow, making sure everything is safe and running smoothly
• 24 hours a week working alongside the team, providing direct, hands‑on support and helping create uplifting daily moments

Who We’re Hoping to Meet

• Has experience leading or supervising within health or social care
• Is calm, kind and confident making decisions
• Understands complex care, allergies, and behaviours that may be challenging
• Loves encouraging others and building positive relationships

Why Join Acuity Care Group?

With over 20 years of experience, we\’ve been supporting people with complex needs across the UK. With 900+ amazing colleagues, you’ll never feel alone — you’ll have guidance, a supportive network and the chance to grow your career while doing something that genuinely matters.

Your Benefits

• Westfield Rewards – huge discounts across 1,000+ retailers, restaurants & travel
• Westfield Health Cash Plan – GP access 24/7 + cashback on health costs
• Employee Assistance Programme – wellbeing, financial & emotional support
• Blue Light Card + FREE tickets to events, comedy shows & more
• Funded NVQs & ongoing training
• Career progression pathways
• Refer-a-Friend – earn up to £500!

Ready to Chat?

If this sounds like the kind of role where you’d enjoy coming to work each day, we’d love to hear from you!

As Team Leader, you’ll balance leading your team and providing direct support – ensuring outstanding care and making a real difference to someone’s life every day.

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from females for this position.