Team Leader in Exeter

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated and caring team leader to join our friendly team. This is a fast-paced role which requires good organisational skills and the ability to think outside of the box. This is important as residents face challenges and barriers in day-to-day life, and with good ideas and planning so much more is possible for them. You need to be highly motivated to lead one of our teams of support workers to be able to continue to provide outstanding care. You will lead a team of up to 18 staff and work alongside the other two team leaders and the management team to continue making improvements to the service. Your role will include coordinating day to day activities and larger events such as holidays, music festivals and parties.

As a team leader here, you’ll be joining a passionate and caring team who will support you throughout your time here.

At St David’s House we find that the rigid daily structures and strict routine of other care homes don’t really work here, so our staff get to spend quality time with the young people they support.

About you

We are looking for a confident, compassionate and motivated leader who is committed to delivering the highest standards of care and support for young people. You will thrive in a collaborative environment and work closely with the Manager to ensure excellent outcomes for residents at InFocus.

You have the ability to lead, develop and support an enabling team, providing clear direction, guidance and encouragement. You take pride in being responsible for the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care and play an active role in shift planning and the effective delivery of handovers.

You are dedicated to ensuring that care is safe, appropriate and tailored to each individual, working in partnership with residents, their families and colleagues. You are confident in deputising for the Manager when required, taking ownership of initiatives that enhance care provision across the campus.

You are passionate about continuous learning and professional development, supporting improved standards across a multi-disciplinary team. Above all, you place young people at the heart of everything you do, listening to their wishes, promoting choice and independence, and empowering them to make their own decisions while working in partnership with their families and InFocus

Working pattern

The working pattern is 37 hours per week, working on a three-week rolling rota.

To view the working pattern, please click on the link below to view the application pack.

How we say “thank you”

– £500 welcome bonus (Ts & Cs apply)
– Six weeks annual leave plus eight bank holidays
– Occupational sick pay scheme from day one
– Paid medical appointments
– Comprehensive training and development
– Enhanced maternity pay
– Enhanced paternity leave
– Onsite café
– Access to discounted shopping
– On-site free parking
– 24-hour employee assistance programme
– “Death in service” life assurance and group accident cover
– Free flu vaccinations
– Cycle to Work Scheme
– Contributory pension scheme for eligible staff

About our application process

When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification in the application pack and include information that shows your suitability for the role.

Please Note: Where you do not provide a supporting statement and a full and up to date CV, your application will not be considered.

If your application is shortlisted, you will be contacted by the recruiting manager for a brief initial conversation to check suitability for the role.

Equality, diversity and safeguarding

We are a disability friendly employer and actively encourage candidates with a disability to apply. If you need support with completing your application form, please contact our HR team

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are conditional to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check (DBS), satisfactory medical check, references and evidence the right to work in the UK.

Staff have a responsibility to inform InFocus of any conviction or prosecution that occurs whilst employed.

It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and adults at risk.