About this role
Job summary
Cygnet Group is seeking an experienced and compassionate Team Leader (Care & Support) to join our dedicated team at Cygnet Amberwood. This is an opportunity for someone passionate about empowering adults with Autism and Learning Disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives.
The Service: Amberwood Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may have behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each persons specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the people we care for.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
The Service
Amberwood Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may have behaviours that challenge.
The People We Support
- Adults from the age of 18 years
- Individuals with a diagnosis of autism & learning disability
- May present with behaviours that challenge
- May have communication challenges
- May have associated complex needs
- May have an ECHP (Education Healthcare Plan)
- May be subjected to DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) or Care Orders
The Role
As a Support Worker Team Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring highquality care and support are delivered consistently across the service. You will lead by example, support the development of the staff team, and help create a positive, therapeutic environment for the people we support.
Youll be working42hours a week (12-hour shifts) on Days only, including alternative weekends.
- Leading, supervising and motivating a team of Support Workers
- Ensuring high standards of personcentred care are maintained
- Supporting individuals with daily living skills, community activities and personal development
- Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
- Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
- Managing and responding to behaviours that challenge using positive behaviour support approaches
- Contributing to care planning, risk assessments and documentation
- Acting as a role model for best practice and professional conduct
- Supporting rota planning, shift coordination and effective communication across the team
- Building strong relationships with families, external professionals and stakeholders
You are...
- Either currently working as a Senior Support Worker or Team Leader
- Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities or behaviours that challenge
- Experienced in shift leading, delegating tasks to junior staff members and supporting Service Managers
- Genuinely driven to make a difference in peoples lives
- Confident, assertive & ambitious for yourself, service users & the organisation
- An excellent communicator & good team player
- Organised, committed & keen to develop your management & leadership skills.
Why join Cygnet? And what we will offer you
- Salary: £15.39 Per Hour rising to £15.64 Per Hour
- Further learning and career development & training
- NHS Discounts (Blue Light Card)
- Cygnet Rewards
- Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial & m ental health advice
- Free DBS
- Paid Training
- Free Meal on Shift
- A supportive, inclusive and valuesdriven working environment
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
What next?
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Person Specification
General Requirements
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Bourenmouth
BH14 9JN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)