At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to provide exceptional care and support to individuals with learning disabilities.
- Company: Consensus, a community-focused care provider dedicated to empowering individuals.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £14.06 per hour, career progression, and comprehensive wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a diverse team in a brand-new supported living service in Wixams.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in people's lives while developing your career in social care.
- Qualifications: Experience in social care as a Mental Health Support Worker or similar role.
The predicted salary is between 14.06 - 14.06 £ per hour.
Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this Team Leader role at Royal Gardens, Wixams, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom might be right for you.
Your Benefits
- Career Ladder: A starting salary of £14.06 per hour, our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression and earn up to £14.36 per hour.
- Learning & Development: Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
- Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary, withdraw a percentage of your wages with Wagestream, access to a Blue Light Discount Card.
- Health & Wellbeing: From confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Induction & Training: Following your Free DBS check your journey will begin with a 3-day online induction before heading to the service to get started.
Your Role
Through understanding the needs of the people you support, you’ll lead a team and provide exceptional care that truly changes lives. You may be looking to take the next step in your career but will already have experience in the social care sector as either a Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant.
Royal Gardens is a brand-new, purpose-built specialist Supported Living service in the flourishing community of Wixams, just outside of Houghton Conquest and 10 minutes from Bedford town. Royal Gardens contains 11 highly spacious, self-contained, single-occupancy apartments, each offering bedroom with en‑suite shower room, second bedroom which can be used as a flexible space, bathroom and open‑plan kitchen, diner and lounge. The 3 ground‑floor apartments have wet‑rooms.
Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities – empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences. Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions. Lead the team to communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and helping people to communicate effectively with others, too.
At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.
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At Consensus, we pride ourselves on being a certified Great Place to Work 2025, offering a supportive and inclusive environment where you can truly make a difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs. Located in the vibrant community of Wixams, our purpose-built facility provides not only competitive salaries and clear career progression but also extensive training and wellbeing support, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to thrive both personally and professionally.
