At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to provide person-centred support and promote independence.
- Company: CareTech, a leading provider of social care with a friendly culture.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, up to 28 days holiday, free DBS check, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment with clear career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Experience in leading teams and supporting adults with complex needs.
The predicted salary is between 14.03 - 14.03 £ per hour.
Location: Harrogate
Rate: £14.03 per hour
Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week (rota-based)
Please note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full contractual hours or requirements of the role.
‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’
At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs.
We are recruiting for a Team Leader to join our services in Harrogate supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - and truly make a difference!
About the Service – Bethany House
Bethany House is a registered residential care service, supporting adults aged 18+ in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The service promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing through tailored, person-centred support.
Service User Interests
- The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Team Leaders play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including:
- Arts and crafts
- Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc.
- Holidays and short breaks
- Walks in the local park and community
- Cooking and baking to develop life skills
The Role
- You will:
- Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans
- Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required
- Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing
- Support activities, appointments, and community access
- Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team
- Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable.
Requirements
- Experience Leading a Support Worker Team
- Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis
- Experience of supporting adults with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
- Drivers are preferred but not essential
- Health & Social Care Level 3 Adults preferred
- Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)
- Excellent communication and written skills
- Ability to keep calm under pressure
- Confidence to work alone and also be part of a team (family)
What We Offer
- Recommend A Friend Bonus
- Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Free DBS Check
- Blue Light Card
- Stakeholder Pension
- Free Employee Assistance Programme
- Annual Employee Awards Evening
- Employee Recognition Schemes
- Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
- CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant
Our Values
- Friendly
- Positive
- Innovative
- Empowering
- Person-Centred
Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day.
About CareTech
Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support.
CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.
Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
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