Job summary The States of Guernsey are seeking a Team Leader to join the Autism Hub team as part of Adult Disability services. The post holder is a member of the adult disability service that supports people with a learning disability and autism. The post holder can be based in a variety of settings including residential homes, supported living, short break service and the outreach team. Staff are required to work a shift system that offers support 24 hours a day. Staff are involved in all aspects of maintaining the area using the active support model, this may include cleaning, shopping, washing ironing, cooking etc. Service users will be encouraged to participate in these activities with the staff. Staff are expected to hold a driving licence and be prepared to drive service vehicles. The Manager can apply a level of flexibility with this requirement. Band 5 staff are expected to be able to co-ordinate and lead a team within the service, and also develop and implement programmes of care and support. Main duties of the job The post holder is a member of the adult disability service that supports people with a learningdisability and autism. The post holder can be based in a variety of settings includingresidential homes, supported living, short break service and the outreach team. Staff are required to work a shift system that offers support 24 hours a day. Staff are involved in all aspects of maintaining the area using the active support model, this may include cleaning, shopping, washing ironing, cooking etc. Service users will be encouraged to participate in these activities with the staff. Staff are expected to hold a driving licence and be prepared to drive service vehicles. The Manager can apply a level of flexibility with this requirement. Band 5 staff are expected to be able to co-ordinate and lead a team within the service, and also develop and implement programmes of care and support. About us The Island of Guernsey is in the English Channel in the Bay of St Malo, 50km off the north-west coast of France and 120km from the English coast. Guernsey has a population of around 63,000 and in Alderney just under 2,000. Working in a relatively small Health and Social Care Service like ours means you can effectively work with colleagues across the services, health and social care professionals can collaborate not only with each other but also other agencies, the third sector and the community. We offer an attractive relocation policy and competitive salaries with great career opportunities, modern facilities, excellent training, revalidation and registration support and a healthy work-life balance. As a health or social care professional who chooses to join our team, you can look forward to working in an environment that gives you the time to care that you hoped for when choosing this career. Date posted 06 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £38,744 to £49,970 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number K0005-25-0017 Job locations Princess Elizabeth Hospital Le Vauquiedor St. Martin Guernsey GY4 6UU Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities To assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care and support. To autonomously initiate crisis management as service user need dictates. To provide planned care and support autonomously within level of the post holdersexperience, referring to a more senior member of staff if necessary. To maintain accurate records, both electronic and paper, of the care/ support given inaccordance with standards. To act in accordance with the standards, codes and guidelines laid down by the postholders regulatory body and HSC where appropriate. Demonstrate evidence based practice. Safeguard service users in accordance with organisational policy and guidelines. To work independently within appropriate guidelines and protocols. To undertake the shift leader responsibility. To manage service users medication as described within the Adult DisabilityMedication Policy. To participate and attend in activities that promote health and wellbeing. For examplehorse riding, gym and swimming activities. To support and accompany service users with person centred social activities. To carry out risk assessments to maximise service-users opportunities. To work in accordance with the States of Guernsey Service Policies, Procedures andStandards. To attend for duties at times stated on the Duty Roster, and be aware this maybechanged at short notice dependant on service user need. The post holder willundertake shift work that may include a variety of shifts across a 24 hour perioddependant on area. To accept redeployment, at times of staff shortage etc. to any other area of the serviceand undertake duties as delegated by the manager of the area. To undertake such other duties as appropriate to your responsibilities, grade andability as directed by manager. To work in accordance with the HSC 20/20 vision and disability and inclusion strategy. To take all possible steps to safeguard policy the welfare and safety of service-users,colleagues and self, in accordance with Health and Safety at Work (General Ordinance,Guernsey 1987). To follow appropriate moving and handling techniques in the work area whilstmaintaining health, safety and security of others. To comply with principles contained in the Data Protection Law (Bailiwick of Guernsey2001) To ensure compliance with policies established for the Health and Safety of the serviceusers and staff. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities To assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care and support. To autonomously initiate crisis management as service user need dictates. To provide planned care and support autonomously within level of the post holdersexperience, referring to a more senior member of staff if necessary. To maintain accurate records, both electronic and paper, of the care/ support given inaccordance with standards. To act in accordance with the standards, codes and guidelines laid down by the postholders regulatory body and HSC where appropriate. Demonstrate evidence based practice. Safeguard service users in accordance with organisational policy and guidelines. To work independently within appropriate guidelines and protocols. To undertake the shift leader responsibility. To manage service users medication as described within the Adult DisabilityMedication Policy. To participate and attend in activities that promote health and wellbeing. For examplehorse riding, gym and swimming activities. To support and accompany service users with person centred social activities. To carry out risk assessments to maximise service-users opportunities. To work in accordance with the States of Guernsey Service Policies, Procedures andStandards. To attend for duties at times stated on the Duty Roster, and be aware this maybechanged at short notice dependant on service user need. The post holder willundertake shift work that may include a variety of shifts across a 24 hour perioddependant on area. To accept redeployment, at times of staff shortage etc. to any other area of the serviceand undertake duties as delegated by the manager of the area. To undertake such other duties as appropriate to your responsibilities, grade andability as directed by manager. To work in accordance with the HSC 20/20 vision and disability and inclusion strategy. To take all possible steps to safeguard policy the welfare and safety of service-users,colleagues and self, in accordance with Health and Safety at Work (General Ordinance,Guernsey 1987). To follow appropriate moving and handling techniques in the work area whilstmaintaining health, safety and security of others. To comply with principles contained in the Data Protection Law (Bailiwick of Guernsey2001) To ensure compliance with policies established for the Health and Safety of the serviceusers and staff. Person Specification Experience Essential Good IT skills Excellent verbal and written communication. To hold a valid driving licence (this may be negotiated with the manager dependant on area.) Leadership skills. Caring and empathetic nature. Autism knowledge and/or experience desirable A good understanding of learning disabilities An understanding of person centred care and support An understanding of positive behavioural support. Qualifications Essential Registered Health or Social Care Professional e.g. Nurse, Speech and Language Therapist, OT, Registered Behaviour Technician or Social Worker OR Degree in health and social care plus proven experience of supporting people with a learning disability and autism. Person Specification Experience Essential Good IT skills Excellent verbal and written communication. To hold a valid driving licence (this may be negotiated with the manager dependant on area.) Leadership skills. Caring and empathetic nature. Autism knowledge and/or experience desirable A good understanding of learning disabilities An understanding of person centred care and support An understanding of positive behavioural support. Qualifications Essential Registered Health or Social Care Professional e.g. Nurse, Speech and Language Therapist, OT, Registered Behaviour Technician or Social Worker OR Degree in health and social care plus proven experience of supporting people with a learning disability and autism. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name States of Guernsey Address Princess Elizabeth Hospital Le Vauquiedor St. Martin Guernsey GY4 6UU Employer's website https://www.gov.gg/ (Opens in a new tab)