Team Leader- Mental Health

Team Leader- Mental Health Location: Leeds, LS14, West Yorkshire Hours: 37.5 hours per week – Four-week rolling rota with varied shifts between 6am and 10pm, Monday to Friday, and includes one Saturday shift per month Salary: £29,000 per annum Are you a compassionate and experienced mental health professional ready to lead and inspire a team? This is an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Team Leader to join our brand-new service. We have 4 self-contained apartments & 6 ensuite bedrooms, Alongside this there is the secndf location which is 11 two bedroom apartments. These residential services provides a step-down environment for individuals on their journey to independent living. Purpose-built step-down residential rehabilitation About the Role: As Team Leader, you\’ll play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality, and recovery-focused care. Working in close partnership with the Registered Manager, you\’ll provide day-to-day leadership, mentor staff, promote a positive and inclusive culture, and ensure our residents are supported to reach their full potential. Annual leave starts at the statutory minimum, with extra days at 2 and 5 years\’ service Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £500 per referral Health Cash Plan – covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membershipAbout Us: Several of the services have received a CQC rating of OUTSTANDING, and we are proud Investors in People Gold award holders. Key Responsibilities: Lead and support the team daily, including training and mentoring. Ensure service quality, compliance, and safety with CQC and company standards. Promote recovery-focused, person-centred care and maintain high-quality documentation. Manage senior staff, support recruitment, training, and appraisals. Oversee health and safety, risk management, and incident reporting. Assist with operational tasks like rota planning, budgets, and maintaining the service environment. Support referral processes and maintain good communication with internal and external teams. Encourage professional development and promote equality and respect. Deputise in the absence of management and take part in the local on-call rota.Requirements: Proven experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs Strong leadership, mentoring, and organisational skills Knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, and clinical governance A recovery-focused mindset and commitment to person-centred care Experience with audits, care planning, and leading a team effectivelyCore Benefits Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development Funded Professional Membership – where relevant to your role Career Development – structured support through our, Your Future development programme Workplace pension scheme Free Blue Light Card membership Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based rolesThis is a rewarding opportunity to lead a service where your voice is heard, your contributions are valued, and where you can make a real difference in the lives of others. If you are interested please \’Apply\’ and we can arrange a confidential chat