Team Leader
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Salary: £13.64 perhour (£28,371.20)
WorkingHours:40 hours per week
Service:EssentialCare and Support Limited - Murton
£500 joining bonus
We are currently looking for aTeam Leaderto join our team atEssential Care andSupport Limited Murton.
Team Leaders play a vital role in ensuring the peoplewe support receive high-quality, person-centred care that promotesindependence, dignity and wellbeing, while leading and supporting staff todeliver outstanding support.
About Essential Careand Support Limited
Essential Care and Support Limited is part of the National Care Group and specialises indelivering high-quality, person-centred support across supported living,outreach and day services.
We support individuals with a wide range of needsincluding mental health conditions, personality disorders, physicaldisabilities, forensic backgrounds, acquired brain injuries and learningdisabilities. Our focus is on understanding each individual as a person first,empowering them to live meaningful, independent lives within their own homesand communities.
If you want to make a difference every day, this maybethe role for you.
About National CareGroup
National Care Group is one of the UKs leadingproviders of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities,mental health needs, autism, acquired brain injuries and complex needs. Itsmission is to empower those it supports to lead their best life and unlocktheir full potential.
Winner of Specialist Care Provider of the Year2025Large Group Category at the National Care Awards.
Whats in it foryou?
As part of National Care Group, we fully recognise thevital work our teams do. Thats why we offer:
A £500 joining bonus(subject to terms and conditions)
Career progression within a growing organisation
Specialist and blended training and development
Paid training and recognised qualifications
A supportive and inclusive working environment
Wellbeing support
Refer a Friend Scheme with financial rewards
Access to the Stream app for greater control over your finances
The Team Leader Role
As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for leadinga team to deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred support, ensuring thepeople we support are empowered to live fulfilling lives within theircommunity. As part of this role you will be required to participate in on callduties, working day shifts, sleepover shift and weekends.
You will act as the front-line manager, supportingapproximately 12 colleagues, while also completing essential administrative,compliance and operational tasks to ensure the service runs safely andeffectively.
This is a highly rewarding role, offering theopportunity to make a real difference through high-quality, person-centredcare, while building meaningful relationships and enjoying positiveexperiences with the individuals yousupport.
About the Service
A detached supported living service consisting of21self-contained flats and Studio Apartments which is set out in blocks, wherepeople live independently in their own homes with tailored support, such as:
Promoting independence and life skills
Cooking and supporting individuals in their own homes
Medication administration and oversight
Taking part in fun activities and community outings
Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the people we support
There is a central communal area with kitchen andtoilet facilities used by Colleagues. With planned communal activities for thepeople, we support which include cooking sessions, arts & crafts, lunchclub, coffee morning. Support is delivered flexibly and in partnershipwith the people we support, their families and external professionals. Weengage in lots of physical activities to encourage a healthy mind and promotesocial inclusion at every opportunity ensuring we engage the people we supportin activities in the community whenever safe and possible.
At Essential Care and Support we support people with:
Forensic backgrounds
Multiple and complex mental health conditions
Learning disabilities
Hearing impairments
Substance misuse histories
Physical health needs
Shifts are worked on a rota d basis over 7 days perweek and include day shifts between 7am 10pm, sleep ins and weekends.
Working in Partnership
We pride ourselves on working in partnership with:
The people we support
Families and advocates
Multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs)
Local authorities and external professionals
This ensures we deliver a safe, consistent andhigh-quality service that meets individual needs and outcomes.
Your Role as a Team Leader Will Include:
Leading and supporting a team to deliver person-centred support
Providing hands-on support and role-modelling best practice
Completing weekly payroll tasks and rotas
Completing weekly audits and quality checks in line with compliance requirements
Overseeing medication management and online care systems
Ensuring health and safety standards are met
Supporting and reviewing individual support packages
Working closely with professionals and families
Ensuring CQC standards, company policies and legislation are adhered to
The most important qualities needed are the ability totreat others with respect, listen to their needs and understand their emotions.You must be kind, friendly and honest, with a passion for supporting others.
Do You Have the Right Skills and Values?
Essential:
Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care (or working towards)
Experience motivating and managing a team
Full UK Driving Licence
Do you have the values, passion and leadership skillsto make a difference?
If yes, come and join our amazing team.
Don't meet every single requirement? We invite you toapply anyway!
At National Care Group, we are dedicated to building adiverse, inclusive and authentic organisation. xiskglj So, if youre ready to embark ona journey where your potential outweighs your current skill set, we encourageyou to apply. You might have the right values and attitude we are looking for
Team Leader Care employer: National Care Group
National Care Group is an exceptional employer, offering a fulfilling career as a Community Support Worker in Maidstone. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will benefit from ongoing training and the chance to gain recognised qualifications while working in a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults with complex needs, all while enjoying a culture that prioritises your wellbeing and professional development.
