Supported Living Team Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Supported Living Team ManagerLocation: Leicestershire, United Kingdom (Full UK driving licence required due to some visits across the cluster of services)Hours of work: Full time with shared on call, approximately one week in four.Salary: £28000 to £30000Your new organisation is a leading provider of care and support services for adults with learning disabilities in the Leicestershire region. They are dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people living in their support living settings by promoting independence,choice, and inclusion. Due to continued growth and commitment to providing exceptional care, they are now seeking an additional Supported Living Team Manager to join their dynamic team.Position Overview:You will play a pivotal role in overseeing the care and support provided to adults with learning disabilities across the Leicestershire region. You will lead a team of dedicated support workers, ensuring the highest standards of care and support are maintained. Key Responsibilities:1. **Team Leadership: ** Provide strong leadership and guidance to a team of support workers, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.2. **Service Delivery: ** Ensure that all service users receive person-centred care and support that meets their individual needs and preferences.3. **Quality Assurance: ** Monitor and maintain high-quality standards, complying with all relevant regulations and guidelines.4. **Staff Development: ** Support the professional development of your team through training, supervision, and performance reviews.5. **Communication: ** Foster effective communication channels between team members, service users, families, and external stakeholders.6. **Budget Management: ** Responsible for budget management within the Supported Living department.7. **Business Growth: ** Contribute to the strategic growth and development of our services, identifying opportunities for expansion.Qualifications:- Proven experience in a leadership role within the social care sector, specifically secured within the field of learning disabilities and supported living.- Level 3 in Health and Social Care or related qualification. You will be ideally working towards the level 5 in leadership and management or be willing to secure this.- Strong knowledge of the care and support needs of adults with learning disabilities.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.- Ability to lead and motivate a team.- Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.- A commitment to promoting independence and inclusion.In return for your extensive skills and experience, you will receive:- Salary from £28000- Generous benefits package- Opportunities for career advancement including accredited training- Employee Assistance Programme- Pension- Supportive and inclusive working environment- Ongoing training and developmentHow to Apply:If you are a passionate, dedicated, and experienced leader in the social care sector, and you are excited about the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities, I would love to hear from you. Click apply today!