TEAM LEADER – Adults Residential Care – Starting from £35,940
Qualifications (If Required)
- NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Health and social Care or Equivalent
- NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or Equivalent
Qualifications
You will ideally be able to demonstrate that you have:
Qualifications & Experience
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, Residential Care, or QCF Level 3 equivalent
Ideally 1 years' experience in a Team Leader or Shift Leader position
Ideally 2 years’ experience in a residential setting
Ideally 2 years' experience supporting people with learning disabilities
Ideally 1 years' experience supporting young people with complex needs
Experience
Ideally you will have:
Ideally 1 years' experience in a Team Leader or Shift Leader position
Ideally 2 years’ experience in a residential setting
Ideally 2 years' experience supporting people with learning disabilities
Ideally 1 years' experience supporting young people with complex needs
Skills/Abilities
Skills/Abilities
You have a fantastic opportunity to be a part of our team if you possess the following:
Strong communication skills
The ability to communicate on various levels
Working knowledge of, following, and working to Care Plans
Experience of Conflict Management and dealing with difficult situations
The ability to work effectively during high pressured situations
You will be a supportive team player
You will also need to be
Caring and approachable
Patient and welcoming
Creative, Helpful and Reliable
Willing to learn valuable life skills
Qualifications / Experience
Qualities
You will also need to be:
Caring and approachable
A Supportive Manager
Patient and welcoming
Creative, Helpful and Reliable
Willing to learn valuable life skills
Resilient
Other Requirements
Company Values
- Personal development opportunities
- Treating you as an individual
- Publicly recognising your achievements
- Supporting you any way we can
- Placing you on a comprehensive training program
- A competitive salary
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