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Join Our Night Team - Be a Leader in Learning Disabilities Care
Learning Disabilities – Team Leader
Looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make an impact? Are you looking for the next step in your career? We're hiring Team Leaders for our Learning Disabilities Home in Sheffield!
Location: Sheffield (S11)
Job Types: Full-Time / Part-time / Zero Hours (across a full rota pattern)
Salary: Up to £29,720 - 37,852.80 p.a (£13.25 - £17.16 P/hr)
*Based on an average of 40 hours per week inclusive of 4 sleep-ins per month
About Us:
Progressive Care is a leading national provider of Social Care services, known for innovation and quality. Join our team and be part of a nurturing environment dedicated to supporting children's growth and success.
With our clear Career Progression Pathways, we promote that every person that starts with us is supported and developed to progress reach their full potential, from Team Leader -> Deputy Manager -> Registered Manager -> Service Manager.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary rates – we use structured pay grades so salary is based on your training and experience
- Career progression opportunities and clear development Pathways to Management
- Comprehensive Induction and full training programme prior to starting in the Home
- An emphasis on Continued Personal Development with funded opportunities to achieve recognised qualifications, with support though our Accredited Training Centre
- Company pension scheme
- Travel expenses, Blue Light Card discounts and other benefits
- Excellent Management Support and Supervision
The Role:
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized care for young people aged 16-25 with learning disabilities.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of residents through ongoing assessment, planning, and reviews.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to staff, fostering a culture of excellence in care delivery.
- Support staff and residents in achieving their full potential.
- Work closely with the management team to maintain high standards of service delivery.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Level 2 Adult Care or Health and Social Care equivalent.
- Level 2 Team Leader or a management qualification, or the willingness to obtain one post-appointment.
- Experience working with learning disabilities, driven by a genuine desire to make a difference.
- Leadership qualities, with a positive outlook and a knack for motivating teams.
- Ability to remain composed under pressure and effectively manage emotional and behavioural challenges.
- Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Because of the nature of this work Progressive Care uses Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) to make enhanced background checks on all persons hired.
Sponsorship will not be provided and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
