Prior's Court is recruiting a Team Manager for our young adult home Dove Cottage, to lead a team of Autism Practitioners to best support autistic young people with complex needs. You'll set the standard for day-to-day practice and coach your team to give each young person personalised, consistent support. New Team Managers receive a one-off £300 welcome bonus when they join (repayable if you leave within one year of service).
About Dove Cottage
Dove Cottage is one of Prior's Court's purpose-built young adult homes, currently home to six young people aged 19-25 who have a diagnosis of autism and learning disabilities. The young people like to be busy and active, using our 52-acre site for walking, cycling, the onsite gym and swimming pool, and enjoying shopping, meals out, trips to the beach, cinema, theme parks and holidays off site. Music is a big part of life in the home. There is a strong focus on independent living, building practical skills such as shopping, cooking and laundry through personalised learning and real-life experiences.
The role
As a Team Manager you will plan and manage the home day to day in coordination with the Care Manager, coordinating and supporting staff across each shift as well as supporting young people directly, including personal care, medication management and meal preparation. You will support young people to attend their individual learning programmes on and off site, plan activities and trips, and ensure each young person is supported in line with their care plans, PBS plans and therapy plans. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside our on-site therapy department, you will help implement strategies and adapt care plans, and maintain family contact through phone calls, video calls and parental visits.
Responsibilities
- Line manage, coach and mentor a team of Autism Practitioners
- Support the recruitment and induction of new staff
- Manage staff attendance, including sickness and other absences
- Oversee staff performance through monthly check-ins, conduct reviews, performance improvement plans and risk assessments
- Implement autism-friendly strategies to enhance learning and wellbeing for young people
- Assist in understanding and applying young people's "This Is Me" plans
- Provide personal care aligned with each individual's "This Is Me" plan
Hours and rota
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, permanent. Early and Late shifts across a seven-day week: Early 7am to 4pm, Late 2pm to 10pm.
What we're looking for
Level 3 Health & Social Care or equivalent (required); experience within a similar environment; fun, friendly and resilient; good organisation and strong communication skills. Experience of running shifts, managing rotas or line management is preferred. Due to our location, a full UK driving licence is preferred.
All offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK.
Level 3 Health & Social Care or equivalent (required). Full UK driving licence preferred.
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Team Manager - Dove Cottage (£300 Welcome Bonus) employer: Prior’s Court
At Prior's Court, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the contributions of our Maintenance Technicians. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and continuous improvement, providing ample opportunities for professional growth while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for the young people we serve. Located in a vibrant community, we offer competitive benefits and a meaningful role where your skills directly impact the lives of others.
