At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a compassionate team to support individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs.
- Company: Swanton, a caring organisation dedicated to empowering individuals.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, referral bonuses, discounts, and funded qualifications.
- Other info: Join a supportive community with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in care and a willingness to pursue NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
The predicted salary is between 11.7 - 14.3 £ per hour.
We are looking for a Care Team Leader who cares about making every moment matter for the people we support.
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Location: Telford
About you
Are you enthusiastic, compassionate and committed to supporting people in a way which respects their dignity? You will need to be adaptable and flexible with excellent communication skills and able to work as part of our team. In addition, it is desirable to have:
- Previous experience supporting people with learning disabilities, behaviours that challenge and mental health needs
- Hold or willing to work towards an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Experience of supervising teams
Here at Swanton, we are looking for people who share our core values and are able to apply these to the work that they do. At the heart of our ethos are five key words, these underpin the PRIDE we take in our services: Potential, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Empathy.
The Role
To provide practical assistance and emotional support to empower the people we support to achieve their goals and aspirations, respecting everyone’s individuality and enabling them to make appropriate choices to live the life they wish, in line with their individual support plans. Promote the health, well-being, physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual beliefs of the people we support and ensure they are met in an inclusive way. Facilitating social, educational or work activities such as visiting family and friends, walks, shopping and other recreational activities of their choice. General housekeeping duties that can include shopping, domestic duties as well as elements of personal care. As part of the role, you will need to be able to complete a range of records and documents. Driving is essential.
What we can offer:
- Refer a friend scheme: you will receive £400 each time a successful referral is made.
- Above and beyond: we award contributions for those who go the extra mile and for good inspection feedback with vouchers for high street shops and other surprises!
- Long service awards: we recognize your contribution to the team and celebrate long service.
- Employee benefits app: stay connected to our community, receive discounts across everyday and luxury shops, access information about learning & development opportunities.
- Cycle to work: save money and get fit with our salary sacrifice scheme.
- Pension: we will auto enrol you into our salary sacrifice pension scheme.
- Life cover: you will be entitled to the death in service benefit.
- Funded qualifications: earn whilst you learn! We aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Swanton.
- Career pathways: we invest in our people and offer apprenticeships in Health and Social Care (Level 3).
- Swanton Educates: we have our own training qualification centre which can further support your development.
- Trained mental health first aiders available to support you when you need someone to talk to.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): free confidential access to 24hr assistance program for counselling, advice and support.
- Employee Voice: we hold regular events throughout the year to listen to your feedback about working with us.
We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and require pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check before commencement.
Team Leader - Adult Supported Living in Telford employer: Swanton Care and Community
Swanton Care & Community is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values the contributions of every team member. With a focus on employee growth through funded qualifications and career pathways, staff can develop their skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support. Located in Bridgend and Newport, our team enjoys competitive benefits, including a referral scheme, long service awards, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling work experience.
Contact Details:
Swanton Care and Community Recruitment Team
