Support Team Leader - Residential - Derby

Job Description

autonomy is an exciting adult social care provider working with and housing young adults with a learning disability. One of the most important things that make autonomy unique is its people, we seek those with warmth and a positive outlook on life who genuinely enjoy working directly with people. We are fast gaining a reputation as a market leader in specialist adult care by setting ever higher standardsso were always on the lookout for great people. Our vision is to be the very best at what we do.Were changing the way we work and looking to recruit an additional Support Team Leader

• Gross salaries for Team Leaders £22,437 (£10.46 per hour) - £23,918 (£11.15 per hour) + enhancements
• Six weeks paid Annual Leave
• Full time, 41.25 hours
• Opportunities to train and specialise
• Access to the Autonomy training HUB for professional development and training
• Conflict management training and MVA will be provided in addition to mandatory learning

Reporting to the Registered and Assistant Managers you will supervise a team of support workers, overlooking their performance, ensuring that our standards and approach are followed and needs and protocols adhered too. You will be the first port of callproviding first line management and necessary direction and instruction. This role will combine support, administration and management.Knowledge of supporting vulnerable people with autism, learning disabilities or complex needs is essential. Our ideal team members are flexible, empathetic with a calm and efficient approach to work. Situations can sometimes be difficult and challenging,so youll need to be non-judgmental , with a sensitive approach.We support people with needs to live fulfilling lives. As a team member youll make a real difference as you provide support, advice and share in their everyday life experiences helping each and every one of our service users to achieve their potential.Being passionate about people, youll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life too, as you make the role your own as part of a friendly and professional multidisciplinary team.At a practical level, youll need good IT and communication skills including numeracy and literacy in order to keep accurate records. You must also be fit enough to take on the more physical aspects of the job.Job Type: Full-time, permanentWorking Hours: Full time - 41.25 hours a weekShift hours and working pattern to be discussed at interviewGross Salary: £22,437 (£10.46 per hour) - £23,918 (£11.15 per hour) from 01.05.2021The small print...We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support.All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check for Regulated Activity which will include a check against both the barred adult and children lists.autonomy is an equal opportunities employer. We specialise in housing, care and support for people with learning disabilities, autism, asperger and associated complex needs. We read and review all applications received and schedule interviewsat times to suit. Our recruitment is ongoing as we build the best possible team.autonomy is a Real Living Wage employer. We choose to pay the Real Living Wage on a voluntary basis. Our salary rates apply to all workers over 18 - in recognition that young people face the same living costs as everyone else. Find out moreat livingwage.org.uk*salaries are dependent upon skills, qualifications and training gained. Apprentice salaries will differ. With effect from 01.05.2021.autonomy Derby is located at Victoria & Elizabeth, Leylands, Broadway, Derby. DE22 1AZOur registered office and staff hub is 17, St Christophers Way, Pride Park, Derby. DE24 8JYRequired Skills: Complex Needs; Adult Social Care; Disabilities; Autism & Asperger; Learning Disabilities; Challenging Behaviour Full-time & part-time positions available.Required experience: Health and Social Care, Mental Health or Forensic: 1+ years (preferred, but not essential)Job Type: Permanent

Keyskills :
AutismLearning DisabilitiesSocial CareAdult Social CareSupport Workers