Job Description:

Team Leader – Learning Disabilities & Autism

Position: Full-time | Monday – Friday

Hours: 8:45am-4:30pm

Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are currently seeking an experienced Team Leader who has worked previously in a day centre/respite setting, and profound knowledge working with young adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism.

You will oversee and support a team of Support Workers, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality, person-centred care and support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead, motivate, and support a team of Support Workers to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Ensure individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs receive tailored, meaningful support that promotes independence and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with families, external professionals, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure joined-up support.
• Assist with rota planning and contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the service.
•  Provide supervision, mentoring, and ongoing guidance to staff to support their development and performance.
• Promote independence, inclusion, and positive outcomes for all individuals using the service.
• Maintain compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and quality care standards at all times.

Must Have:

• Experience supporting adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Complex Needs.
• Experience as a Team Leader in a Day Centre/similar setting.
• DBS on the Update Service.
• Initiative to lead a team of Support Workers, and deliver group staff sessions where needed.
• Up-to-date knowledge on the Care Acts and legislations in the Health & Social Care field.

Desirable:

• Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care.
• Knowledge on Positive Behaviour Support / Challenging Behaviour de-escalation strategies.
• If you're an experienced professional ready to step into a new leadership role where you can truly make an impact, we would love to hear from you.