In 1995 Lifeways opened its first location for people with complex needs. Over 25 years later and we’ve grown to become the UK’s largest supported living specialist and are proud to help almost 5,000 people to live more fulfilling, independent lives.
Our commitment is to provide extraordinary support that creates life-changing outcomes for people with complex needs. We do this through our stability, our local teams, our strong relationships, and our shared focus on quality and reassurance.
Temporary Team Leader required to cover Maternity Leave for 12 months
Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker/Team Leader looking to expand your carer with a national organisation?
Perhaps you are a Support Worker with the relevant qualifications that wants to make the step up on your career ladder?
If so, Lifeways Group is looking for a temporary full time (37.5 hours per week) to cover a 12 months maternity leave period. This is to work between one of our services in Wheatley Hills and the other in Cantley.
The Team Leader is responsible for leading a designated group of support workers to ensure that excellent services are delivered to each person supported by Lifeways. This role is a rewarding supervisory role and the Team Leader will formally and informally (through the use of mentorship, role modelling etc) supervise each Support Worker on a regular basis through there career with Lifeways.
Accountable to: Service Manager
Qualifications: Desirable but not essential -NVQ Level 3 and/or minimum of three years experience within the learning disability or mental health sector. Minimum of one year of management or supervisory experience
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