Team Leader- Learning Disabilities

Team Leader - Learning Disabilities
Supported Living Services
Shildon, County Durham, DL4
£13.65 per hour (£28,392 per annum)
40 hours per week - Days Only
£500 Joining Bonus

Are you an experienced Team Leader or an ambitious Senior Support Worker ready to step up into a Team Leader role within Learning Disabilities services in Shildon?

We are working with a well-established provider of supported living and outreach services in Shildon, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Team Leader in Learning Disabilities who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

At the heart of this service in Shildon is a commitment to empowering individuals with learning disabilities to live independent, fulfilling lives. As a Team Leader, you will play a key role in leading this mission forward.

About You
You may already be a Team Leader, or a confident Senior Support Worker in Learning Disabilities looking to progress into a Team Leader role in Shildon. You will bring:

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, or complex needs

• A Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards it)

• The ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team within a Learning Disabilities setting

• A compassionate, emotionally intelligent, and person-centred approach

• A genuine passion for progressing your career as a Team Leader in Shildon

The Team Leader Role
As a Team Leader in this Shildon-based Learning Disabilities service, you will work closely with senior management to deliver outstanding care and drive service quality.

You will:

• Lead, support, and inspire staff across supported living services in Shildon

• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care for individuals with learning disabilities

• Drive positive outcomes for people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs

• Oversee care plans, compliance, and quality assurance processes

• Build strong relationships with families, professionals, and internal teams

• Act as a role model Team Leader, promoting best practice across the service

This is more than just a Team Leader role - it's an opportunity to shape and influence Learning Disabilities services in Shildon and make a genuine difference every day.

• To find out more about this Team Leader opportunity in Shildon, click 'Apply' to arrange a confidential discussion.

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