We are looking for a confident Acting Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working 42 hours a week, 12 hour shifts including every other weekend, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Thornfield House. Thornfield House is a specialist residential service supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge in Bradford, West Yorkshire. Thornfield House supports 7 individuals and offers spacious communal areas including a lounge, dining room, kitchen, and a large activity/cinema room. Externally we have beautiful gardens to the front and the rear of the building which feature, plenty of space for outdoor games, bbq, a seating area and a sensory room. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day. Your day-to-day as an acting team leader… Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely Your day-to-day as a support worker Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support Learn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required Safeguard Maintain a safe & clean environment for all Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you… Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime Regular coaching & appraisal Expert supervision & peer support Employee discount savings & “Cycle to Work” scheme Recruitment referrals You are… Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives An excellent communicator & a good team player Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.