Care Team Leader

Opus People Solutions are seeking a Care Team Leader in Lowestoft.

Are you passionate about providing exceptional support and care for adults with learning disabilities? Do you have strong leadership skills and a dedication to making a positive impact?

As a Care Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading and supporting a team to deliver high-quality care and support for adults with learning disabilities. You will work half of your time on rota and half off, to ensure that all service users receive person-centred care tailored to their individual needs, promoting their independence and community involvement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career! Your new employer will support you to complete your RQF Level 5 in social care management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of support workers to provide outstanding care.
• Develop and implement individual care plans, ensuring they meet the specific needs and goals of each service user.
• Oversee daily operations, including staff scheduling, rotas, and resource management.
• Monitor and maintain high standards of care and support
• Support the Registered Manager in day-to-day running of the service in line with CQC legislation.

Qualifications and Skills:

• RQF Level 3 Award in Health & Social Care or similar qualification
• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a social care setting.
• Sound knowledge and experience of learning disabilities
• UK Driving License

Benefits:

• Holiday entitlement increasing with service & opportunity to purchase more!
• Employee assistance programme
• Sick pay
• Generous pension scheme
• Enhanced rates of pay for weekends and bank holidays
• Enhanced sleep in rate of £65 per shift

For more information, apply now!