Overview
Job Title: Team Leader - Supported Living - Intensive Service
Location: Stechford, Birmingham B33
Salary: £14.30 per hour
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorships at this time.
Would you like to help drive real change in the care community? Apply today!
*** Please note - this is an intensive service, therefore previous experience in challenging behaviours is essential. ***
At Aspirations, we provide personalised support that leads to positive outcomes for adults who need our help most. Our goal is clear; to give those who need our support, the confidence, encouragement, and independence they need enabling them to work towards a future they deserve.
As a Senior Support Worker, flexibility is important for both you and for the service. We provide 24/7 support to some people, so you will need to have flexibility to work shifts on a rota basis, including weekends and Bank Holidays.
You will need good IT skills and experience of maintaining records to be a success in this role.
You also need to have or be willing to work towards a Diploma in Health & Social Care Level 3 (or equivalent).
But above all, if you have the passion for delivering high-quality care and want to make a difference by enabling people to live a more fulfilling and independent life - then this is the role for you!
Core Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
* Develop a culture that is responsive, inclusive, and person-centred.
* Ensure that you and support staff offer the highest standards of care and support to each person in our care.
* Ensure that all documentation that relates to a person’s needs and choices is current, comprehensive, represents the views of the person/family, and is used on a day-to-day basis to inform practice.
* Assist and encourage people to have a life like any other by becoming part of their community, having work and education opportunities, developing and maintaining relationships, exploring leisure options, and being supported to express themselves in the way they choose.
* Complete and record risk assessments around finances and other aspects of peoples’ lives as needed.
* Promote health, safety, and well-being of the people we support whilst respecting people’s personal choice and empowering positive risk-taking.
* Promote Person Centred Active Support to achieve maximum independence for each person.
* Develop a culture of collaborative working to benefit the people we support.
* Make full use of IT systems and support and teach staff to maximise the use of these in their job.
* Maintain confidentiality at all times.
* Being part of the community is important, therefore you may need to be able to drive.
* Work flexibly to respond to the needs and wishes of the people you support, complete on-calls, and be away from home as needed.
* Safeguarding - Protect the people being supported from abuse/poor practice by undertaking Safeguarding Adults Training so you understand how, when, and who to report concerns to.
Must Haves:
* A Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 and a willingness to work towards a Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 whilst in post.
* Minimum 3 years’ experience.
* Experience of clear and effective communication.
* Experience of monitoring and maintaining records (both electronic and paper) so that they are accurate and up to date.
* Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word) and Email.
* Experience of managing personal/household finances.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Commitment to developing personal and work skills as well as developing those of others.
* Sensitivity, patience, and trustworthiness.
* Experience of undertaking risk assessments.
* Knowledge of people with learning disabilities and/or mental health problems.
* A strong value base.
* A commitment to providing outstanding services for people with a learning disability.
* A desire to support individuals to lead independent lives.
* Experience of supervising staff.
* An appreciation of healthy living issues.
* An understanding of health & safety issues.
* Experience of promoting new technology and using personalised technology.
* Knowledge of food hygiene and personal hygiene issues.
* Ability to support someone with varied personal & household tasks.
* Experience of bringing about culture change in a team.
Aspirations Benefits Package:
* 2 x salary life cover (up to individual state pension age)
* Access to Aspirations Perks, our exclusive discount scheme with fantastic discounts in supermarkets and high street retail stores.
* Smart Health App – health and wellbeing service with 24/7 GP access for you and your family.
* Optional overtime to increase your income with flexible working.
* DBS paid for by Aspirations.
* Refer a friend scheme with a financial reward of £500.
* Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for advice and guidance for you and your family.
* CPD Accredited induction.
* Ongoing training & development including Care Certificate, apprenticeship opportunities, and specialist learning.
* Support with career progression and professional development.
* Paid 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
* Pension Scheme with NEST.
Aspirations Care has been supporting adults with learning disabilities, mental health issues, and Autism to have a lifestyle that matters to them since 2004. Our aim is to support and encourage individuals to achieve their full potential, no matter how challenging.
At Aspirations, we value all colleagues, regardless of age. We are proud to offer pay over the statutory minimum set for young workers and have no set retirement age. Our staff can also expect full training, study for qualifications, and a rewarding career.
Aspirations is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable adults that we support and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Please note: You must have the right to work Full Time in the UK without sponsorship to apply for this role.
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