At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a compassionate team to provide outstanding care and support for adults with disabilities.
- Company: Join Leonard Cheshire, a supportive organisation dedicated to empowering disabled individuals.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, flexible pay access, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a family-like environment with excellent support and growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in care supervision and a relevant qualification in Health & Social Care.
The predicted salary is between 14.97 - 14.97 £ per hour.
£14.97 per hour | Full-time | City Park
It's about leading by example supporting my team so they can give the very best care every single day. That's how one of our Team Leaders describes their role. If you're a confident, compassionate leader who's ready to inspire others and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
A home, not just a service
Our City Park service is home to up to four adults with physical disabilities. Our service feels like family: relaxed, supportive, and centred around the people who live here. Every day brings new moments to celebrate: from small wins in independence to big laughs over mealtimes.
Your working hours
37.5 hours per week between 7am & 10pm with flexibility required to work across weekdays and weekends as part of a rota. You'll also take part in our on-call system to ensure the smooth running of the service. We'll work with you to agree a pattern that suits the needs of the service and you.
Why you'll love working here
- 30 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (1 every year up to 35 days)
- Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
- Free Blue Light Card: Exclusive discounts and benefits
- Contributory Pension Scheme & competitive life cover
- Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips
- Career development: Opportunities for recognised qualifications and leadership training
- Free PVG membership
- Employee Assistance Programme support when you need it most
What you'll do
- Lead and inspire a team to deliver outstanding, person-centred care
- Organise rotas and ensure the right staffing levels at all times
- Support with training, development, and supervision of staff
- Work alongside customers to achieve their goals and promote independence
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies and regulations
- Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies
- Step in to provide hands-on care and administer medication when needed
What helps you shine here
- Experience in a supervisory role within a care setting
- A relevant qualification (NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent)
- Good communication, organisational, and leadership skills
- A warm, supportive, and motivating approach to working with others
- Willingness to work flexibly and take part in the on-call rota
About Leonard Cheshire
Established over 75 years ago, we exist to support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible.
Ready to apply? Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision.
Locations
Team Leader Care in Edinburgh, Scotland employer: Leonard Cheshire
At Leonard Cheshire, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and family-like work environment at our City Park service. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we provide generous benefits including 30 days of holiday, career development opportunities, and a health cash plan, ensuring that our Team Leaders can inspire their teams while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support.
