* Join us as a Care Team Leader to inspire the next generation of Support Workers.
Lifeways are looking for a Care Team Leader to work alongside our Service Manager in the leadership and day-to-day management of our established service Walsall. This is an exciting opportunity to join our established team. Lifeways offer genuine, rewarding career progression and investment in recognised qualifications.
* Shift - 7am-2.30pm and 2.30pm-10pm or 8.30am-8.30pm.
* £12.54
* Opportunity to gain health and social care qualifications funded by Lifeways.
* Free DBS check.
* Discounts and cashback at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Lifeways Rewards.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy, etc.
* Free access to the employee assistance program which provides advice and support.
* Blue Light Card.
Applicants from experienced Care Team Leaders/Senior Support Workers holding an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) would be an advantage. However, if you are a dedicated Care Assistant or Carer with a solid track record and the ambition to progress, Lifeways can offer you excellent training and ongoing development for you to enjoy a rewarding career with us.
As Team Leader, you will lead and motivate a team of support workers, ensuring that excellent person-centred care and support is delivered to people supported by Lifeways to enable them to live a fulfilling and independent life.
You will be involved in the recruitment and ongoing development of support workers by carrying out staff supervisions, candidate interviews, and providing general guidance and expertise. You will possess excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with staff, people we support, and outside professionals. In addition, good written communication and IT skills for record keeping are essential.
This service is in the pleasant residential area of Rushall just outside Walsall. There are convenience stores, restaurants, pubs, and takeaways nearby. Many more amenities can be found in Walsall, around 2 miles away, including libraries, shopping centres, and museums.
It’s ideal for a female of any age who would like to live in a calm and happy environment. The people we support here appreciate their own space and enjoy a quiet atmosphere, so someone with a similar outlook is an ideal fit. The current residents enjoy a wide range of hobbies and activities, like going out for lunch, shopping, and getting out into the local community.
This post is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.
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