At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team to provide exceptional, person-centred care in a home setting.
- Company: Join a supportive organisation focused on delivering high-quality care.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, paid sleepovers, and a collaborative team environment.
- Other info: Part-time role with structured shifts and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in someone's life while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in social care, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.
Please note: This is a Female Team Leader role. For this position, female is an Occupational Requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010. To be considered for this role you must hold a full UK driving licence (manual or automatic) and be in a position to drive a work vehicle. We do not currently offer visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, we ask that you do not apply at this time.
About the role
We’re excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Female Team Leader to join our dedicated team on a part‑time basis, supporting one lady in her own home. As a Team Leader, you’ll play a key role in guiding a small, committed team to deliver exceptional, person‑centred care. You’ll provide supervision, coaching, and on‑shift support to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and in line with our core values. You’ll be central to the support planning process—reviewing and adapting care plans in collaboration with the individual, their family, and the wider Sense Scotland team. Building strong relationships with families, colleagues, and other professionals is essential to our approach, and your ability to engage with a range of stakeholders will make a real difference.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care tailored to individual needs
- Lead by example—providing supervision, coaching, and on‑shift training
- Support staff to deliver flexible, responsive care for the people we support and their families
- Manage staffing rotas and adapt to changing needs
- Oversee and update individual support plans
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with standards
- Mentor and develop staff to build skills for outstanding care
About You
You’re a natural leader with significant experience supporting individuals with complex care and communication needs. You can motivate and guide colleagues while setting the standard for best practice in social care. This role could be perfect for you if:
- You hold SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care and are ready to work towards SVQ3 (as required by the SSSC)
- You have strong IT and organisational skills
- You understand and champion person‑centred practice
- You’re skilled in coaching and mentoring colleagues
- You have excellent communication skills, including handling sensitive information
- A UK driving licence is desirable
Hours and shift pattern
This role is offering 28 hours per week (16 hours direct support plus 8 hours sleepover and 4 hour flexible office time)
Direct Support: 8:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Sleepover: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (paid at standard rate)
Morning Support: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Flexible Management Time: We’ll work with you each month to agree a convenient time for office paperwork (4 hours per week), making sure it fits around your lifestyle.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Structured shifts with clear expectations
- Paid sleepovers for extra earnings
- Flexibility to balance work and life
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment
Female Team Leader - Rutherglen in Hamilton employer: Sense
At Sense Scotland, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the contributions of our team members. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and personal growth, providing opportunities for professional development through mentorship and training. Located in Rutherglen, this part-time Female Team Leader role offers structured shifts, flexibility to balance work and life, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support.
