I am looking for a Team Leader for a residential service in Halifax. This is caring for service users with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Challenging Behaviour. Ages between 16 and 47 (currently 4 residents).
Duties & Responsibilities
To assist the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose
To drive company vehicles - subject to policies and procedures
To work on a rota basis according to the needs of service users
To ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained under the direction of the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager
To receive supervision in line with CQC fundamentals and to take responsibility for personal development and progress of individual training needs
To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager
To deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy Manager
You will have:
Secondary Education with good standard of literacy and numeracy
Diploma Level 3 in Children or working towards this.
Current driving licence
Knowledge of CQC
Awareness of Equal Opportunities
Mental capacity assessment and DOLS
Ability to manage teams effectively
Ability to communicate in writing and BSL signing
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to motivate staff.
IT competent (use of word and excel).
12 months experience of working in a service with challenging behaviour.
Shift pattern is 2 on 4 off (including sleeps) £13.40 per hour plus £32 per sleep, plus on call.
This works out at 37.5 hours a week over the course of a month
Salary increases after 6 months and again after 18 months
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