Care Team Leader

Posted 02 July 2024
Salary Up to £25291.00 per annum
LocationLowestoft
Job type Permanent
Discipline Care
Reference18924
ContactMaeve Speed

Job description

Opus People Solutions are seeking a Care Team Leader in Lowestoft.

Are you passionate about providing exceptional support and care for adults with learning disabilities? Do you have strong leadership skills and a dedication to making a positive impact?

As a Care Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading and supporting a team to deliver high-quality care and support for adults with learning disabilities. You will work half of your time on rota and half off, to ensure that all service users receive person-centred care tailored to their individual needs, promoting their independence and community involvement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career! Your new employer will support you to complete your RQF Level 5 in social care management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of support workers to provide outstanding care.

  • Develop and implement individual care plans, ensuring they meet the specific needs and goals of each service user.

  • Oversee daily operations, including staff scheduling, rotas, and resource management.

  • Monitor and maintain high standards of care and support

  • Support the Registered Manager in day-to-day running of the service in line with CQC legislation.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • RQF Level 3 Award in Health & Social Care or similar qualification

  • Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a social care setting.

  • Sound knowledge and experience of learning disabilities

  • UK Driving License

Benefits:

  • Holiday entitlement increasing with service & opportunity to purchase more!

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Sick pay

  • Generous pension scheme

  • Enhanced rates of pay for weekends and bank holidays

  • Enhanced sleep in rate of £65 per shift

For more information, apply now!